The process of formally ending a marriage in Michigan will bring about many life changes for anyone who goes through it. Just thinking about divorce proceedings can cause anxiety. The cost and amount of time it takes often add to the stress. Making the right...
Every state has adopted its own version of no-fault divorce laws. In Michigan, you can file for divorce by simply stating that there has been an irretrievable breakdown of the marital relationship. Although, the state does have two residency requirements: You or your...
For some marriages in Michigan, divorce eventually becomes the best path forward. Understandably, a parental divorce will have certain effects on the children. The kids may feel like their entire world has been turned upside down. Some children will blame themselves,...
A divorce is a highly emotional process because you are ending a relationship that you agreed to preserve, for better or worse. While it might be tempting to use the divorce proceedings to get back at your former spouse, you should not let your emotions get the better...
Ending a years-long marriage can undoubtedly be a challenging and strenuous process. Those in Michigan who are preparing for a divorce often encounter difficult scenarios and may have to make decisions that could impact their life for years. When it comes to the...
Dissolving a marriage in Michigan is notorious for being a stress-filled and emotional process. However, there is a less stressful option for spouses who want to end their marriage efficiently without the hostility that often comes with a traditional, litigated...
It’s often said that the only thing constant about life is change. The same can be said of marriage. Spouses change as they grow older, and their marriage must also evolve or deal with the consequences. However, one of the more difficult things for spouses in Michigan...
When a couple parts ways, the division of some types of property can be more complicated than others. Inheritance can certainly fall into this category. While Michigan family law dictates that inheritances are separate property, there are instances when it may be...
Entrepreneurs can find themselves in a particularly vulnerable position during a divorce. Depending on the agreements involved, the businesses that they worked so hard to build could be in jeopardy as they work towards a division of property. However, a bit of...
Going through a divorce is an important endeavor. Regardless of the nature of the divorce—whether amicable or acrimonious- the paperwork and the meetings can affect both spouses’ emotional and mental bandwidth. In Michigan, spouses are not required to prove anything...
