When you get divorced you are splitting from your spouse, not from your children. Therefore, if you are ending your marriage it is important that you do what you can to make this challenging process as easy on your children as possible while at the same time taking...
Year: 2017
The Divorce Process in Michigan, Here’s What You Can Expect
Not all divorces here in Michigan progress is the same manner, but you can expect that your divorce will likely go through the stages listed below in more or less the same order in which they are presented. One Spouse Files a Petition for Divorce In Michigan a...
Marital Property vs. Separate Property in Michigan
When a married couple gets divorced in Michigan state law requires that their marital property be divided equitably and generally each spouse walk away with their own separate property. So the question becomes; what is marital property and what is separate property?...
Does it Matter Which Spouse Files For Divorce?
According to an article from The Economic Times a recent U.S. study indicates that women are twice as likely as men to file for divorce. While it is not entirely clear why this is so, it is an interesting phenomenon that begs the question; is there an advantage to be...
FAQs About the Tax Implications of Getting Divorced
If you are in the midst of a divorce or are recently divorced you may be wondering about the tax consequences of legally dissolving your marriage. Some frequently asked questions about the tax implications of getting divorced are answered below, but please be aware...
House Bill 4691 May Change How Child Custody is Allocated in Michigan
Two of the most sensitive aspects of divorce are often the related issues of child custody and parenting time. Currently, family law courts in Michigan decide these delicate matters in accordance with what is in the best interest of the child while also considering...
Debts and Divorce: Here’s What You Need to Know
When a couple gets divorced both spouses are usually very concerned with how their assets will be divided. While property division is obviously a very important aspect of dissolving a marriage, dividing a couple's debts is often just as, if not more, critical. This...
The Pros and Cons of Retaining a Lawyer When Getting Divorced
The Michigan State Bar notes that in civil cases, such as divorces, it is important to consider a variety of factors when deciding whether or not to hire a lawyer to represent you. Some key factors to consider include: how complex the legal matter at hand is, the...
Issues Unique to Military Divorces
A military divorce (i.e. a divorce where one or both spouses are members of the military) is procedurally no different from any other divorce; however, there are some issues unique to military divorces that are important to be aware of. Several of these issues are...
Divorce Judgment Modifications
Can a Michigan divorce judgment be modified after it is finalized? In other words, once you are divorced can the terms of your child custody arrangement, spousal support award, etc. be changed? As is the case with most legal questions, the answer is that it depends. A...