When your marital relationship breaks beyond repair, you might experience numerous emotions. On the one hand, you might feel a sense of relief, having decided to move forward in life on your own in Michigan and leave an unhappy relationship behind. On the other hand,...
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How to avoid an emotional breakdown in a divorce
When you and your spouse decided to settle in Michigan and raise a family together, you no doubt expected that you would be together for a lifetime. As years passed, you may have had several children, bought a home, started a business, made some investments, and...
What are the top 3 causes of divorce?
You may be one of many Michigan spouses who have been trying to keep a marriage intact for months, or, perhaps, even longer. On the other hand, you might relate to spouses who have encountered a serious problem in their marriage because of an individual event or issue...
Is your ex complicating divorce by hiding assets?
No matter what your reasons were for filing the initial petition in Michigan court, the decision to legally end your marriage may evoke mixed emotions. As you begin to process your feelings and make plans for the future, you also no doubt hope to be able to achieve a...
When can you modify a child custody order?
Whether you were able to achieve a divorce settlement swiftly or proceedings dragged on due to disagreements about property or your children, etc., once a Michigan family court judge issued a court order, you and your ex became obligated to adhere to it. As parents,...
Factors judges consider in a child custody case
A phrase that stands out in a Michigan divorce where the spouses in question have children together is “best interests of the child.” As the judge formulates his or her decisions in your case, this phrase will no doubt be a central focus. This is especially true...
Top 5 ways to prepare for divorce
When you make a major decision, it's impossible to be totally prepared to deal with implications the decision might have in your life. This is especially true if your decision affects your children's lives, such as moving to a new home in Michigan or quitting your...
Challenging a ruling in probate court
If you are preparing for legal proceedings in a Michigan court following the death of a loved one, you might be feeling anxious or even a bit afraid, especially if you have no legal background in matters of estate. Proceedings operate under state law, and every state...
Do child support and custody always go hand-in-hand?
Perhaps you’re preparing to file for divorce in a Michigan court. You may have already discussed the issue with your children and extended family members. Now, you’re ready to get down to business to work out details for a fair settlement, so that you and your spouse...
Child custody issues that pertain to fathers
If you’re one of many Michigan fathers who are considering filing for divorce, you might be concerned about issues that pertain to your children. Matters concerning where your kids will live, child support and other issues may understandably be a priority as you...