Focusing on who keeps the house and retirement accounts is essential in divorce or separation, but asset division of marital debts is equally important. Deciding who’s responsible for what can impact everybody’s financial stability moving forward. Asset Division of Marital Debts: What It … [Read more...] about Handling Debt Fairly with Asset Division of Marital Debts
What to Do About Parenting Time Interference
Parenting after divorce isn't always easy, especially when one parent ignores the custody order and parenting time guidelines. If your co-parent is limiting, blocking, or manipulating your time with your child, you may be experiencing what Michigan law calls parenting time interference. Quality … [Read more...] about What to Do About Parenting Time Interference
Can You Request a Child Support Modification After Job Loss?
Michigan parents: You have the legal right to request a child support modification after a job loss. However, the update isn’t automatic. MI courts require proof of a sustained, substantial change in financial circumstances to even consider altering a child support order. Losing your job … [Read more...] about Can You Request a Child Support Modification After Job Loss?
Protecting Your Business During an Asset Division in Divorce
When spouses separate or divorce, one of the most challenging issues is dividing shared assets. If you own or co-own a company, the prospect of dividing business interests can be daunting. Understanding how asset division in divorce works, what could happen to your business, and how to safeguard it … [Read more...] about Protecting Your Business During an Asset Division in Divorce
How Child Support Arrears Forgiveness Works in Michigan
Navigating child support obligations can be difficult when payments fall behind. For many parents in Michigan, the question arises: Can unpaid child support ever be forgiven? In most cases, the answer is no. Under certain circumstances, however, there may be limited possibilities related to child … [Read more...] about How Child Support Arrears Forgiveness Works in Michigan
How Courts Handle Emergency Child Custody Requests
When a child’s well-being is at risk, the legal system permits prompt intervention through emergency child-custody requests. These are formal pleas to the court to immediately change custody due to urgent safety concerns. Unlike regular custody proceedings, emergency custody focuses on rapid … [Read more...] about How Courts Handle Emergency Child Custody Requests
Choosing a Mediation Attorney Over Going to Court
Many couples assume court is the only path forward when facing divorce. However, litigation isn’t your only option. Choosing a divorce mediation attorney over going to court can lead to faster, less expensive, and more peaceful outcomes. Mediation Attorney Over Going to Court: What You Need to … [Read more...] about Choosing a Mediation Attorney Over Going to Court
Dividing Retirement Accounts with Asset Division and QDROs
Dividing marital property is one of the most complex parts of any divorce. We help clients navigate the intersection of asset division and QDROs to ensure retirement savings are divided legally, fairly, and without unnecessary penalties. Let’s explore how it works. Understanding Asset Division … [Read more...] about Dividing Retirement Accounts with Asset Division and QDROs
How to Request a Post-Divorce Modification of Custody Orders
A custody order may have worked when your divorce was finalized, but life changes, and so do children’s needs. When a custody arrangement no longer supports your child’s well-being, Michigan courts allow for a post-divorce modification of custody orders. The process is not automatic and requires … [Read more...] about How to Request a Post-Divorce Modification of Custody Orders
