When two people in Michigan make the decision to get a divorce, it usually comes after careful consideration. Even so, there are often factors that they may overlook, particularly because emotions around such an event may run high. There are several points they may...

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A confidentiality agreement protects business during divorce
During the divorce process, a great deal of documentation is shared between both spouses and their corresponding divorce teams. Though this is completely normal, there may be times when one party wants to protect certain information, usually pertaining to that...
Is a divorce loan a smart money move?
Most people realize that getting a divorce will cost them money. However, there are some expenses they may not be expecting or there may be a change to their income level once the divorce is finalized. For some people here in Michigan, it might make sense to apply for...
Understanding finances before a divorce
Nobody plans for divorce. It's something that happens when a relationship changes, often over time. Not just marital status will change with a divorce, though. Couples plan a future together, which includes assets and wealth. In most households, duties are divided...
Businesses can be impacted by an owner’s divorce
You have worked hard to build your business and the last thing that you want is for a life event, such as a divorce, to tear down all of your hard work. When you are going through a divorce, it is possible that your business will be impacted by the proceedings if you...
What is the D’Onofrio test?
The D'Onofrio test is used by courts considering custody cases where a parent with sole custody is seeking to move him- or herself out of state with the child or children. This test is used when traditional visitation schedules, such as a biweekly weekend arrangement,...
What is discovery and how can it help during divorce?
Do you really need to question your spouse about your finances? What else could there be to know? Discovery during divorce is an important step that both parties need to know about. In Michigan, both parties in a divorce must disclose their assets to the other. This...
Good news and bad news on Michigan divorces
Divorce in Michigan has changed in the last hundred or so years. Over the years, the rate has increased and decreased. What most people don't recognize is that the divorce rate has been falling for the last few decades. Equally surprising is the fact that it was...