Divorce can be stressful for both spouses, but it is often the only feasible option. Confusion, frustration and loneliness are just some of the negative emotions that may surface. For children, these emotions are often heightened because they can’t fully process...
If you’ve decided that ending your marital union is the healthiest decision at this time, it’s important to be proactive when planning to divide your marital assets. Marital assets consist of tangible and intangible property acquired during the course of your...
Do you find yourself physically, mentally and emotionally dreading pasting a smile on your face to get through another holiday supper with your in-laws? Are you dreaming of ringing in the new year footloose and fancy-free? If so, there’s a good chance you could wind...
You and your spouse are going to have to sort out financial matters and property division during your divorce. However, as parents, your priority will be resolving child custody issues. Hopefully, you’ll come up with a schedule that the court can sign off on. Failing...
After a divorce, there are a lot of changes to make. One thing that often gets overlooked is updating your estate plan. This can be a big mistake, as your previous estate plan may no longer reflect your current situation. Significant life changes require an updated...
Filing for divorce means it’s time to separate your life and assets from your spouse. One item that many couples have questions about when it comes to property division is their house. Do you know what options you have for the house? If not, it’s important to learn...
Are you worried your spouse is trying to hide assets and money so that they won’t be part of the property division process in your divorce? If so, you should know that this often happens in divorce cases. While dealing with an untruthful spouse can be challenging,...
Divorce complicates every aspect of life. It compels the couple to readjust to the new family dynamic. And as the exes start off their new lives, significant changes are bound to happen. And one of these has to do with the minor children’s living arrangements. When...
In Michigan, divorce records are available for anyone to access. Residents can request these public records through the state’s vital records department or a county clerk’s office where the divorce occurred. They can also find divorce publications in their local...
Every parent is legally required to provide for their children even if they are not living together. Upon divorce, the court may order one parent to make periodic payments known as child support to the other parent after considering each parent’s financial status,...