In the previous article, we discussed the first two concerns that may come up in a DIY divorce, making it more costly in the long run. There can be issues that arise when a spouse has not fully disclosed all of their assets or debts, over spousal and child support problems, or when the […]
Tag Archives | Divorce in Michigan
DIY Divorces – Why They Don’t Always Cost Less (Part 1)
It’s not uncommon for couples who are divorcing on good terms, to skip getting an attorney and get a DIY divorce instead. However, it’s worth considering that there are a number of easily preventable problems that can, and do, arise from divorces obtained without legal representation. Having straightforward custody agreements when you enter […]
Cell Phone Forensics in Divorce Cases: What You Need To Know
Stop and think about your cell phone for a moment. The data, pictures, apps full of communication history. It contains a vast wealth of knowledge about you. Information about what you’ve purchased, pictures of people you were with, and places you’ve been. Even records of your lists, thought, notes, and conversations. Probably far more […]
Divorce in Michigan: Your Exit Strategy
Many romantically inclined individuals spend hours fantasizing about their future weddings, often long before they’ve found the person they hope to share it all with. They dream up the perfect wedding gown, the beautiful flowers, the magical honeymoon getaway. (It’s not called ‘the Pinterest generation for nothing!) However, very few of them also […]
Divorce Coaching: What Is It, And Is It For You?
Most people these days have heard of life coaching, which deals with unlocking personal potential. Another common one is career coaching, which focuses on finding the ideal new career for someone looking for a change in the workplace. Though there’s a much more recent addition to the coaching options available nowadays. Curious? It’s divorce […]
The Emotional Stages Of Divorce
The end of a marriage is a traumatic and emotionally turbulent time. This is often compounded by the fact that both partners are not always in the same place emotionally during the process. The initiator will often feel conflicting emotions, ranging from relief and sorrow to resentment and guilt. The receiver, on the other […]
Stashing The Goodies Before The Split – Why Hiding Assets Before a Divorce Is a Bad Idea!
One temptation that many people face when contemplating a divorce, is the desire to stash something away so that you won’t be forced to split it with your spouse. This can be especially enticing if you’re angry with your spouse. What better way to get back at them, than by reducing their portion? Alternatively, […]
Alternative Dispute Resolution – What You Need To Know
Never heard of alternative dispute resolution? Not sure what it means, or how it could help you during your divorce? We break it down for you! What Is It? Alternative dispute resolution, from a legal perspective, is simply the use of methods like mediation and arbitration, instead of litigation, to resolve problems between […]
Debt and Divorce – What you need to know about Equitable Division (part 2)
In the previous segment in this two part series on debt and divorce, we talked about equitable division of debt during a divorce, and what that means for couples in Michigan. Moving on, we are going to look at what happens when the court has divided your marital debt, but the spouse it is […]
Debt and Divorce – What you need to know about Equitable Division (part 1)
When people get divorced, their first thoughts, when it comes to finances,are often about their assets. However, while it’s often overlooked, their debts are just as important and can have a very real impact on how the divorce is resolved. Dividing debt or figuring out who has to pay for the house and the […]
Connect With Us: