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Children can easily get caught in the middle of a Michigan divorce. As the case moves forward, custody and parenting time are frequent topics for dispute. Once custody has been established, the court strives to make sure both parents can forge a positive relationship...
When it comes to divorce and property division, Michigan is considered an “equitable distribution” state. This means that marital property, including the family home if purchased, improved or maintained with marital funds, will be divided based on fairness. While...
While you were married, you and your spouse may have counted on your combined income to carry you for years to come. So, if you are going through a divorce, you may be concerned about how you will support yourself now that you are dependent on your single income....
In Michigan divorce cases, children are frequently caught in the middle. Generally, this is unintentional behavior from the parents as most will want what is best for their kids. However, emotions run high in family law amid disagreements as to how custody will be...
The more diverse and complicated your marital assets are, the more difficult it can be to ensure that they’re accounted for when divorcing spouses divide their property and support payments are ordered. Divorce attorneys and forensic accounts can cite numerous...
Making the decision to get a divorce is serious. Once you say that you’re interested in separating or divorcing, your spouse may agree or it may cause more tension in your home. How you bring up the idea of a separation or divorce is just as important as what you do...
Divorce is a challenging time for everyone in the family. During a time when everything is changing, your children will look for help to navigate the process. As you are going through a divorce, you will likely find yourself having difficulty knowing how to cope with...
Unfortunately, not all marriages last forever. At some point in the relationship, a couple may no longer be compatible. If you think a divorce may be in your future in Michigan, there are some things you should do to prepare. Copy documents You should go through...
After a divorce, a person in the West Michigan area may need to relocate for any number of reasons. Sometimes, a better economic opportunity may await them elsewhere, while in other cases, family concerns or a chance to improve the lives of the person’s children may...
Particularly for couples with children, experts and average people alike are realizing that often heated courtroom battles are not the best for anyone involved in a divorce. Many West Michigan parents may worry that contentious family law litigation and the fallout...