Though they share similarities, divorce and legal separation are different and involve important choices. Here are some things to consider.
Divorce Process
Divorce vs. Separation: Which One Is for You?
In marriage and divorce, there is no “one size fits all.” I have had cases over the years where couples have lived like ships passing in the night for many years. They will have little or no communication and no intimacy for years. Every situation is different. I often have people come in to ask […]
4 Common Divorce Regrets – and How to Avoid Them
While a divorce can greatly affect you emotionally, it can also impact you financially. As you go through the divorce process, remember that the decisions you make now will have long-term effects on your future. As a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), I’ve seen people make numerous mistakes as they went through a divorce, especially when […]
Who Gets the Family Home in a Divorce?
People work hard in this country to acquire and maintain their family home. In most families, the family residence is the most significant asset, both from a financial standpoint and from an emotional standpoint. In addition, the mortgage obligation that is tied to the family home is almost always the most significant debt of the […]
4 Steps to Navigating the Unexpected Ups and Downs of Divorce
Keep these techniques in mind when navigating the unexpected ups and downs of divorce, so you may handle any challenges that come your way.
5 Easy Ways to Make Your Divorce Transition More Effective
Although not an easy process for anyone, these helpful tips can make the divorce transition more effective for everyone involved.
Alienation of Affections: A Former Ground for Action
Alienation of Affections
What to Do with the Family Home: 3 Options to Consider
Some people think the house is the trophy. Most likely it will prove to be the booby prize. Financially, it can become a rock around your neck. How so? Think about it: When you bought that house, your household income was double, or more, of what it will be in the future. That house was […]
The Reasonable Preference of the Child in Custody Cases
In child custody cases, one of the 12 factors that must be considered is MCLA 722.23(i) – the reasonable preference of the child. In this article, I will be discussing the realities of the application of this statute from a family court judge’s perspective. I recently spoke on this issue at the Michigan Chapter of the American […]
How to Get a Divorce If You Can’t Find Your Spouse
Though it can be fairly straightforward on occasion, divorce is rarely easy. There are intricacies, conflicts, and all manner of issues to contend with as you go through the process. It’s difficult enough already, but what happens if you can’t locate your spouse? Divorcing someone you can’t find is a tricky proposition indeed. Divorce begins […]
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