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Property division is a major aspect of divorce and it can involve lengthy information gathering to identify and value marital assets and debts. Fortunately, Michigan law now requires both spouses to complete and exchange a financial information form. This form must be...
When parents of minor children divorce, child support isn't an option. Both parents have a legal responsibility to provide for their child's needs. To that end, Michigan courts use a formula to calculate the amount parents must pay in child support based upon the...
Divorce can be a stressful process, and a messy one, too. This is why preserving privacy is a major concern for many couples. Generally, the best way to keep divorce matters private is through reaching an out-of-court settlement, rather than going to trial. There are...
It is common for one spouse to earn more money than the other during the marriage. If the marriage ends, it can be difficult for the spouse who earned less money to support themselves now that their spouse’s income is no longer available to them. Spousal support, or...
Much like the paths that led a couple to marriage, the paths that led them to divorce are unique to the couple. Divorce can happen for many reasons, but when a spouse files for divorce, there are only a few options when it comes to handling the process. Because...
Navigating the division of assets during a divorce can be complex, especially when it comes to investments. In Michigan, specific laws determine how these assets are divided between spouses. Marital versus separate assets Michigan law differentiates between marital...
Although divorce is often characterized as being a long, expensive, emotional and taxing process, this is not always the reality. While some divorcing spouses might require litigation to work through complex divorce or family law matters, many more can reach a final...
Like other states, Michigan courts decide custody cases based on what the judge believes is in the best interests of the child. To put it another way, if anyone is supposed to be a "winner" in a child custody case, it should be the couple’s minor children. The reason...
Social media is now a part of most of our daily lives and serves as a place we can share our thoughts and feelings. When going through an emotional event, such as a divorce, you may be tempted to use social media as an outlet for your feelings and a way to vent....
Any experienced divorce attorney in Michigan will attest to the proposition that no two divorces are identical. Each divorce has its own twists and turns as determined by the personalities of the spouses, their financial situation, whether they have minor children,...