You can change your custody order when it no longer meets your family's needs. Even if you and your coparent agree on the changes, they do not become legally binding until you have a new court order. Review the requirements and process for requesting a child custody...
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What to consider when dividing a business in divorce
In every divorce, there are concerns about the division and money and property. When a professional practice is part of the property, the division of business assets can add another layer of complexity to an already tense situation. Determining an accurate number for...
Get organized before filing for divorce
Going through a divorce can be a traumatic and stressful experience as ending a marriage often creates chaos in a person’s life over personal, emotional and financial well-being. One way to take some control over the process and reduce anxiety is to prepare on the...
How to set yourself up for success when mediating divorce
If you plan to file for divorce, one of the last things you might be expecting from the process is cooperation. After all, divorcing spouses are often angry and hurt, and they do not see eye-to-eye on all the issues that demand resolution. However, most people will...
Why is gray divorce becoming more common?
In decades past, it was almost unheard of for an older couple to get divorced. Now, however, more and more gray couples are choosing to end their marriage later in life. In fact, since 1995 the divorce rate for Americans over the age of 50 has more than doubled....
Why it’s important your divorce attorney knows the local court system
When you are going through a divorce, you have a lot of important concerns on your mind. If you’re a parent, one of the top ones will be how the divorce will impact you and your children – emotionally and financially. If you’ve taken time off from your career to raise...
Child custody options beyond the standard
You probably know at least one divorced couple who are raising children together. Now that you are going through a divorce yourself, you may be wondering if you will be assigned the same child custody and parenting time arrangement your friends have. Actually, the...
How does child support work in Michigan?
As much as you love your children, you may have concerns about paying child support. Your monthly obligation will likely be a point of contention as you and your spouse divorce. You may disagree with their demands, especially if they do not reflect your income. By...
Will you need to pay spousal support?
One financial issue that is likely of concern to you and your spouse during your divorce is whether a court will order spousal support payments. Michigan laws do not directly set out a fixed amount of spousal support, but instead, provide guidelines to help determine...
When should you settle a divorce or go to trial?
While most divorcing couples in Michigan understand that working together to find an acceptable divorce outcome for both parties will be a faster and less expensive process, it’s not always that easy. Sometimes, going before a judge is the only feasible option when...