When you share a minor child with an ex, whether you are separated, divorced, or ending a relationship, you should know that Michigan law uses an income shares model to calculate child support. What this means is that the court will consider both parents’ incomes when...
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Can a Professional Practice be Divided in a Divorce?
Professional practices can include many different types of businesses, including, for example, health care practices, accounting firms, law offices, and other kinds of businesses. If you own a professional practice of any type and are planning to get divorced in...
When Does Moving Require a Modification to Custody Arrangements?
When you are considering the possibility of moving out of state with your child after a divorce or separation, it may be necessary to have the court formally modify child custody if you are moving out of state or more than 100 miles away.
Are Social Security Benefits Considered a Marital Asset?
When you are planning for a Michigan divorce, it can be difficult to understand with certainty what types of assets and debts are likely to be classified as marital property, and which are likely to be classified as separate property. As you may know, under Michigan...
If I Convince My Ex to Move Near Me, Will That Affect My Relocation Case?
If you are planning to move with your children after a divorce or a child custody case in Michigan, it is essential to know about the steps you will need to take in order to be eligible to relocate. Depending upon where you are planning to move, you might not need the...
Can a Child Testify in Family Court Against Their Parents?
During a Michigan child custody case in which custody is disputed between the parents, or in cases involving allegations of domestic violence, you may be wondering if the court can require a child to testify against a parent, or if a court can allow a child to testify...
How Can I Tell People I am Getting a Divorce?
Are you planning to get a divorce in Michigan but you are unsure about how to tell other people? Breaking the news about a divorce can be complicated and difficult, and you may need to employ different strategies depending upon who you are telling about your future...
What is Considered a Modification?
After you have gone through a divorce, a child custody case, or another type of family law matter in Michigan, you will likely have a court order in place. Depending upon the particular facts and nature of your case, your court order may clarify how spousal support...
My Soon-to-be Ex is Stalking Me
Realizing that your soon-to-be ex is stalking you can be extremely upsetting, and you may fear for your personal safety. Stalking can be extremely frightening, and even though it may not involve any direct physical contact, it can be threatening and aggressive. What...
Ten Reasons You Should Not be Embarrassed to Get a Divorce
In the 21st century, divorce has become extremely common, and most of us have at least one friend or family member who has been through a divorce. While it might feel embarrassing at first to tell people you know that you will be getting divorced, you should not be...