Legal Opinion

Christians v. Christians

South Dakota Supreme Court

Decided December 5, 2001No. NonePublishedCited by 36 opinions

1Opinion of the Court

*379SABERS, Justice (on reassignment).

[¶ 1.] Connie Cutler Christians (Connie) was granted a divorce from her husband Michael Arlo Christians (Michael). Michael appeals raising nine issues. We affirm all issues, except Issue 5, which we remand for recalculation of child support to include alimony.

FACTS

[¶ 2.] Connie and Michael were married on September 18, 1993 in Minnesota. They have one child, Cara, born December 19, 1995. At the time of trial, Connie was 31 years old and Michael was 37. Both Connie and Michael are in good health.

[¶ 3.] Michael is a graduate of South Dakota State University…

2Cases cited29 opinions

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