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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?...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...
According to the American Psychological Association approximate 40 to 50 percent of marriages in the United States end in divorce. These marriages end for a wide array of different reasons, some of which (legally) involve fault while others do not. Fault divorces are...
Collaborative meditation is an alternative dispute resolution process that is popular among divorcing couples who wish to work out their divorce settlements on their own terms through the use of a neutral third party facilitator rather than going to court. In divorce...