Category: Divorce
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Why Are So Many Older Couples Getting Divorced?
“Gray divorce,” also sometimes called “silver divorce” refers to the divorce of couples in their retirement, or senior years. Until recently it was a relatively rare phenomenon, but in recent years the number of older couple parting ways has increased dramatically. In fact, divorce among people aged 55 to 64 doubled between 1990 to…
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Help! My Ex is Threatening me! Should I Get a Restraining Order? (Pt 4)
Welcome back and thanks for sticking with us for this series on PPOs in Michigan, and what getting a restraining order looks like for you. So far in the previous articles we’ve discussed how to get a restraining order, what info will be included on your order, and what situations would warrant getting one…
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When is it The Right Time to File For Divorce? (Part 2)
Welcome back and thanks for joining us again. In the previous article we introduced the subject of when it’s the right time to file for divorce, and talked about factors that could influence your decision, like your and your children’s safety. Moving on we’re going to look at a few other factors that could…
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When is it The Right Time to File For Divorce? (Part 1)
It’s a question that everyone who’s ever seriously considered divorce has asked themselves – when is the right time to file? Should I do it now, or wait until next month? Should I wait until after Christmas, or risk filing right before his birthday? Should I file now, right in the middle of the…
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Everything You Need to Know to Throw Yourself an Epic Divorce Party!
It makes sense. You threw an epic party to celebrate your wedding. And now that your marriage is over, why wouldn’t you mark the occasion with a celebration as well? It’s trend that’s been catching on in recent years, and now there is no limit to what you can do (and people have…
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Do I Have To Go To Court When I Get Divorced In Michigan? (Pt. 2)
Welcome back and thanks for coming back to continue this discussion about going to court for your divorce. As we explained in the previous article, not only is court NOT required for your divorce, but most couples actually choose to settle out of court. There are many reasons for why this could be a…
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Do I Have To Go To Court When I Get Divorced In Michigan? (Pt. 1)
This is a question we hear quite often from clients. Sometimes it’s because they don’t want the hassle of having to take time off work to appear in court. Sometimes it’s because they don’t want their family’s “dirty laundry” hung out for everyone to see. And sometimes it’s just because they don’t want the…
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Why You Need a Good Support Network in Place When You Get Divorced
Whether you’re starting a new business, embarking on a new career, or becoming a new parent, having a support system in place is crucial for your success. Having a support network is important for just about any important endeavor in life. Why? Because people need other people to help them through the dark and…
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What Do I Do? My Spouse’s Attorney Is a Terrible Person!
Everyone knows divorce is hard. You and your soon-to-be-ex are parting ways, and it usually isn’t a friendly process. There are assets and debts to be divided, custody schedules to figure out if you have kids, and often a history of heartbreak to work through. It’s not on anyone’s top ten ‘most fun things…
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How to Deal With Conflicting Parenting Styles After Divorce
One of the greatest struggles that divorced people with kids face, is the issue of conflicting parenting styles. You don’t let the kids eat candy during the week, but your ex offers dessert every night. You limit screen time to one hour per day for the younger kids, but your ex offers unlimited TV and…