At The Kronzek Firm, we understand that divorce isn’t just a legal process—it’s a series of life-changing decisions that will affect your future. Serving counties around Lansing, Michigan, we are committed to helping our clients make informed, strategic choices throughout their divorce. From the first consultation to the final resolution, we empower you to navigate the complexities of divorce and prioritize what matters most to you. Our customized approach to helping thousands of client during the past 30 years has resulted in top ratings and referrals from those clients.
Divorce is rarely as simple as “winning” or “losing.” Often, it requires thoughtful decisions that balance multiple factors: the timeline of your case, the costs involved, the potential outcomes, and whether or not you want to go to court. These priorities don’t always align, and part of our role is helping you weigh these factors carefully and make intentional choices for yourself and your family.
What Do You Want from Your Divorce?
Our clients often tell us that their main goals are:
- A quick resolution
- An affordable process
- A fair and favorable outcome
- Minimal court involvement
It’s natural to want all of these things, but it’s important to understand that they don’t always align. You may need to prioritize one over the others depending on your unique circumstances.
Understanding the Trade-Offs
While it’s possible to achieve a quick, cost-effective divorce with a favorable outcome, it’s rare for these goals to all be fully met at once. Here’s how you can expect these trade-offs to play out in practice:
If Speed Is Your Priority…
Focusing on a fast divorce means making quicker decisions, avoiding lengthy disputes, and working toward a streamlined process. The trade-off is that speed often means compromising on certain aspects of your case in exchange for moving on sooner.
Key Question: Are you willing to accept a less-than-ideal settlement to resolve your divorce more quickly?
If Keeping Legal Costs Low Is Your Goal…
A more cost-conscious approach requires minimizing legal disputes and focusing on efficiency to reduce expenses. But cutting costs can sometimes mean less time for negotiation or fewer options if complications arise.
Key Question: Will saving money on legal fees now leave you in a weaker financial position in the future?
If Achieving the Best Possible Outcome Is Most Important…
Prioritizing the best possible outcome often means investing more time and money into your case. This will probably involve a more in-depth process, strategic negotiations, and possibly going to court.
Key Question: Are you prepared for a longer, more costly process if it means securing a better financial or custody arrangement for your future?
If Staying Out of Court Is a Top Concern…
If avoiding court is your priority, we’ll likely pursue alternatives such as mediation or collaborative meetings. However, if your spouse refuses to cooperate or disputes key issues, you may have to decide between staying out of court or compromising more than you initially planned.