When a Michigan married couple wants to divorce, they must resolve numerous legal issues before doing so. For those who are parents, such issues typically include child custody and child support matters. Whether these issues, property division or any other divorce...
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Preparing for child custody litigation in Michigan
When Michigan parents file for divorce, they must address a number of important issues concerning their children. Child custody litigation can be complex and stressful, which is one of many reasons it is a good idea to learn as much about the process as possible...
Libbie Mugrabi reportedly happy with divorce deal
Libbie Mugrabi was married to billionaire art collector David Mugrabi for quite some time before the two decided to go their separate ways. Their impending divorce made the headlines with reports that Libbie had requested $100 million as part of her settlement....
Will your spouse face penalties for emptying your joint accounts?
You likely hoped that you and your spouse would begin your divorce on a level financial playing field. Yet, they may have had other intentions, which you discovered once you found your joint bank and savings accounts drained. Scrambling for funds will add extra...
Prepare well ahead of time for child support proceedings
A Michigan parent who files for divorce must resolve numerous issues pertaining to his or her children. Child support is often a primary concern. It can be a bit stressful to think that a family court judge is going to make decisions about one’s finances, which is why...
Divorce issues that can be especially stressful
Whether a marriage lasts three decades or less than five years, deciding to end the relationship can be traumatic. No matter what issues or events transpired to cause a breakdown in a marriage, filing for divorce is a serious decision that has life-changing...
Marriage therapist weighs in on divorce
A marriage therapist recently said she may have gotten her start in her career when she was a young girl who consoled her own mother after the mom had kicked the girl’s father out of the house. The girl grew up and committed her life to help married couples sort...
Air Force changes regarding child custody issues
Serving as a member of the U.S. Air Force is not without it challenges. Especially for parents, balancing career with family life can be an ongoing challenge. When spouses divorce and child custody issues arise, military parents may feel at a disadvantage if they...
What can you do when your co-parent fails to pay child support?
After your divorce, you may have hoped to establish a civil co-parenting relationship with your former spouse. Yet, this may be difficult to do if they fail to provide their child support obligation to you. Some co-parents have a difficult time paying support due to...
Deceased fire fighter’s family locked in probate battle
Many Michigan families encounter problems when loved ones disagree about matters of estate. Probate issues can be complex and may take a long time to resolve in court. A group of people in another state are currently involved in several court cases surrounding the...