What you do online can follow you into divorce court. Most people mistakenly assume that their social media accounts are private property. But during some court proceedings, they can become legal documents. Photos, status updates, direct messages, and posts (even ones you deleted) can surface in … [Read more...] about How Social Media Can Affect Divorce Cases
Divorce for Couples Who Still Live Together
You can file for divorce without moving out of the family home first. But what does that mean about the process of divorce for couples who still live together? Let’s discuss. Divorce for Couples Who Still Live Together: What to Know Many people assume that someone has to leave the house if one … [Read more...] about Divorce for Couples Who Still Live Together
Support Issues When Parents Live in Different States
Child support in Michigan is already a complex system, but it becomes even more complicated when parents live in different states. Important questions arise, such as which state has authority to set the amount, which court can modify the order, and what happens to a parent who refuses to pay or … [Read more...] about Support Issues When Parents Live in Different States
Creating Parenting Schedules for Young Children
Creating parenting schedules for young children requires balancing each parent's role with the developmental needs of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. For children under five, the most effective schedules typically involve frequent, shorter periods of contact with both parents rather than long … [Read more...] about Creating Parenting Schedules for Young Children
Divorce When One Spouse Controls the Finances
Divorce when one spouse controls the finances creates a uniquely challenging situation, but Michigan law provides strong protections to ensure a fair outcome. If your spouse has handled all the bank accounts, investments, bills, and financial decisions throughout your marriage, you still have … [Read more...] about Divorce When One Spouse Controls the Finances
Dividing Retirement Accounts During Separation
Retirement accounts like 401(k)s, IRAs, and pensions are often considered marital property if contributions were made during the marriage, which means they're subject to equitable division under Michigan law. The process typically requires a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) for … [Read more...] about Dividing Retirement Accounts During Separation
When Parents Disagree on School Decisions
When parents disagree on school decisions, who decides? In Michigan, the answer depends largely on legal custody. If parents share decision-making authority, they are expected to work together. When they cannot, courts may step in to resolve parental disagreements over education based on the child’s … [Read more...] about When Parents Disagree on School Decisions
What Happens to the House During Divorce
What happens to the house during a divorce? The short answer is that there is no automatic outcome. Instead, the house is treated as part of the marital estate, and the final decision depends on ownership, equity, financial circumstances, and what is considered fair under Michigan law. Dividing … [Read more...] about What Happens to the House During Divorce
How to Adjust Parenting Time Schedules for Teenagers
As children grow into teens, their schedules, priorities, and independence change. The best way to handle parenting time schedules for teenagers is to create a flexible plan that reflects their evolving needs while maintaining consistency, structure, and strong parental relationships. Why … [Read more...] about How to Adjust Parenting Time Schedules for Teenagers
