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For a child, their parents’ divorce can be a worrisome time as they prepare to adapt to the new situation. That might mean a different residence, a new school and adjusting to not seeing both parents as regularly as they once did. In some instances, the child can take...
A divorce can significantly impact several aspects of the lives of the couple and their family. In addition to dividing up valuable assets and determining child custody arrangements, courts will have to determine what happens to the couple’s pet. While both spouses...
When a parent wants to move with their child, it may cause problems between the parents. Understanding how the courts handle these cases is important. Distance is key with a proposed move Before a custodial parent decides to relocate with their child, there are...
Pensions, 401(k)s and other retirement plans are typically considered marital property in Michigan. The portion of the retirement plan earned during a couple’s marriage will get divided. This is without regard to whose salary went into the retirement account or whose...
Many Michigan couples enter into a prenuptial agreement prior to getting married to lay out the terms of their separation, if they were to get divorced in the future. Nowadays, people are getting married later in life and have fully established careers and significant...
Infidelity is one of the hardest things for couples to overcome, particularly if they are married. In fact, many married people decide to get divorced because of adultery, or extramarital affairs. However, in most states, including Michigan, you do not have to explain...
Throughout your marriage, you and your spouse will likely accumulate various assets, including high value assets (e.g., your home). However, if you decide to get a divorce, the property distribution process can become complicated, particularly if you do not have a...
If you are planning to divorce, you may have questions about spousal support, often known as alimony. Spousal support is financial support one spouse pays to the other spouse during and/or after divorce. It is intended to help the financially disadvantaged spouse to...
When you get divorced, you always have a unique situation and final order. When you have children, there are extra considerations, like child custody and support orders. What happens if you lose your job or face a healthcare event for your child that adds extra costs...
If couples who decide to divorce can work together, they may benefit from a process called Collaborative Divorce. Collaborative Divorce helps them reach an agreement about important issues like property division and spousal support without going to court. Process In a...