Untangling a long-term marriage can undoubtedly be a complicated process. Typically, the longer spouses in Michigan have been married, the more their finances, and lives in general, are entangled. When divorce happens, it is not uncommon for a spouse to attempt to...

Divorce
The first steps to take when divorce is imminent
The dissolution of a marriage is a nightmare scenario for many people. Spouses never initially expect to divorce, but sometimes it is for the best. After the initial shock of the situation wears off, those in Michigan who find themselves headed for divorce may wonder...
Challenges that are unique to gray divorce
No matter how you look at it, ending a marriage is often stressful and challenging. However, divorcing later in life can bring about some unique challenges. In Michigan and across the United States, the divorce rate among adults aged 50 or older has risen dramatically...
The keys to a more peaceful and amicable divorce
Spouses in Michigan rarely marry with the intent of one day separating. But circumstances and people may change, and sometimes, ending the marriage becomes the best option on the table. Although divorce is notorious for being one of life’s most difficult and...
The keys to a more peaceful and amicable divorce
Spouses in Michigan never marry with the intent of one day separating. However, circumstances and people may change, so divorce sometimes becomes the best option on the table. Although divorce is notorious for being one of life’s most difficult and challenging events,...
Safeguarding retirement plans in a late-life divorce
Many Michigan residents may not be aware that the divorce rate in the United States is declining. In one particular demographic, however, the divorce rate is skyrocketing. In a phenomenon known as gray divorce, the divorce rate for couples over the age of 55 has risen...
Things to do when divorce feels imminent
To prepare for life’s unknowns, a person must use the knowledge and information they have at hand to formulate the best path forward. This is exactly what to do when heading into a divorce. A divorce can feel emotionally devastating, but there are some things those in...
Why divorce can be more difficult later in life
Most married couples in Michigan and elsewhere have encountered problems in their relationships. Many have happy memories but also experience relationship troubles from time to time. In cases where problems seem insurmountable, spouses often decide to divorce, which...
Divorce does not have to cause financial instability
Ask any Michigan resident who has gone through a marital breakup and they’ll likely say it was anything but an easy, laid-back experience. Divorce is notorious for being emotionally and psychologically challenging. Likewise, ending a marriage is usually expensive....
Moving on with life after a difficult divorce
The dissolution of a marriage often comes as a shock. Spouses in Michigan never marry assuming they will eventually divorce. Divorce can bring many changes, from an empty house to quieter meals. For those with children, new parenting schedules could mean spending days...