Category: Marriage
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Professional Degrees and Property Division in a Michigan Divorce
When couples here in Mid-Michigan divorce, the court must divide marital property in an equitable way under Michigan law. Courts must make a fair, not necessarily equal, division of marital assets. But what happens when one spouse has earned a professional degree during the marriage, such as a law degree, medical degree, or MBA? Degrees…
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Is Your Spouse Hiding Assets During Your Divorce? Here’s What Mid-Michigan Residents Need to Know
Divorce is a difficult process. Alongside the emotional aspect, you must also handle complex legal issues. In Michigan, the law requires both spouses to disclose all of their assets and debts during the divorce process. Failing to do so can result in serious consequences. If a spouse is hiding assets or debts during a divorce,…
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How a Well-Written Collaborative Divorce Agreement Can Save You Time and Money in Michigan
Collaborative divorce is one option for couples in Mid-Michigan who wish to avoid high litigation expenses and dissolve their marriage in an amicable manner. However, one mistake in the settlement agreement can force everyone back to court. Here’s what you need to know about avoiding ambiguity in your Michigan divorce settlement agreement. Why Collaborative Divorce…
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Understanding the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction Enforcement Act (UCCJEA)
When parents live in different states, figuring out where a child custody case should be filed can quickly become confusing and stressful. For Michigan parents navigating divorce, separation, or establishing child custody, it’s important to understand how jurisdiction is determined in custody disputes—and why it matters. The Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction Enforcement Act (UCCJEA) is…
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Child Support Modifications in Mid-Michigan: How to Adjust Your Support Order When Life Changes
Child support plays a vital role in maintaining a child’s care after a divorce or separation. But when jobs change, children grow, and financial circumstances shift, your child support order may no longer fit your situation. Michigan law provides a process for modifying it to fit a family’s evolving needs. If you live in Mid-Michigan—whether…
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Selling the Marital Home During Divorce in Michigan: What You Need to Know
If you are going through a divorce in Michigan, understanding how the sale of real estate is handled during the divorce can help you avoid costly mistakes and unnecessary conflict. Below are some frequently asked questions about navigating the home sale process during a Michigan divorce. Can the Marital Home Be Sold Before the Divorce…
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Understanding Annulment in Michigan: A Legal Guide for Individuals Seeking to Void a Marriage
For residents of Michigan, particularly those in Ingham, Clinton, Eaton County, and throughout Mid-Michigan, understanding how annulment works under Michigan law is essential if you’re considering ending your marriage in this way. Unlike divorce, which terminates the marriage, an annulment in Michigan is an adjudication that the marriage was never legally valid. Essentially, the marriage…
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If I Earn More Than My Spouse, Do We Still Split Everything Equally in a Michigan Divorce?
The Importance of Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements in Michigan Divorce Cases It is a common misunderstanding that if one spouse earns more, they should receive a larger share of the marital assets. This belief was more common in past decades, especially when men were predominantly the breadwinners of the household. However, as times have changed,…
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Alcohol Addiction in Divorce: A Guide for Michigan Residents
Divorcing an alcoholic spouse is usually a challenging journey, filled with emotional ups and downs. While the process can be draining and overwhelming, it’s vital to ensure your safety and the well-being of your children. In this article, The Kronzek Firm will outline the suggested steps and evidence required to prove alcoholism in Lansing area…
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Is it Normal to Fight so Much in a Marriage? Or Should we Get Divorced?
Do happy couples really fight? You bet they do! In fact, while it may sound counter intuitive, fighting can actually be healthy for your relationship. However, that only applies when you go about it in a certain way. In the same way that eating habits can be healthy or unhealthy, depending on what you eat…