Bloomfield Hills Family Law Blog

Some couples legally separate as a stepping stone on the way to divorce (or as an alternative to divorce) but what does this mean? If one spouse moves out of the marital home are the spouses legally separated? What's the difference between a physical separation, a...

If you and your ex-spouse are co-parenting minor children after your divorce, there are limitations on where you can move when circumstances change. Like most states, Michigan has enacted legislation that favors the involvement of both parents in a child's life....

Spousal support and maintenance are legal terms that many people know more commonly as "alimony" in Michigan divorce cases. In general, courts may award spousal support to lower-earning spouses when they are unable to sufficiently support themselves after a divorce....

Divorces in Michigan are unique legal matters because there's a significant amount of out-of-courtroom support required throughout the process. In addition to your own attorneys, you and your spouse may handle certain administrative matters through a "Friend of the...

Divorce is a highly personal type of legal matter that involves entire families and - for many spouses - it may be the first time you need to consider hiring a lawyer to represent your interests. For these reasons, your choice in a Michigan divorce attorney will be...

It's common to engage in the tradition of gift giving with your spouse, other family members, and friends. Birthdays, holidays, retirement, anniversaries, and other special occasions are a way of expressing your love and gratitude for those that you love. As you're...

Divorce is already an anxiety-inducing process. When you also have to face threats of foreclosure by the bank holding the mortgage on your home, the proceedings can be even more stressful. It's difficult to think about how to handle the situation at a time when you...

If you've recently gotten engaged and set a date for your wedding, you're likely elbow-deep in the planning stages for The Big Day. Working on the guest list, reserving a venue, booking the entertainment, and consulting with a caterer are among the many tasks you'll...

When you think about divorce in Michigan, your mind conjures up images of lengthy, hostile legal battles involving years of court hearings over the division of property, spousal support, and issues involving children. However, not all divorces have to be such an...

Circumstances can change considerably in the months and years after your divorce, for both you and your spouse. New jobs, new relationships, relocation to another town, and other matters may impact various aspects of your life - especially your financial condition. A...