When a Bingham Farms couple decides their marriage is over, they have often gone through a lot of stress and anxiety to get to this point. Making the decision to divorce is never easy and can be even more complex if children are involved. Many custody arrangements in...
Divorce and Family Law
How to prove that your ex is cohabitating with someone
Divorce is a costly transaction. After all, your marital property is going to be divided, and child support and alimony may both be in play. If you’re court ordered to pay spousal support, then you can feel the crushing financial burden of your obligation for years or...
The positive impact a father can have on his child’s life
Regardless of what the law says, mothers are often favored in child custody disputes. That’s unfair, and it can leave a father feeling overlooked and cheated. But fathers who find themselves facing child custody challenges shouldn’t be deterred from seeking the time...
Avoid these parenting mistakes after divorce
Co-parenting after divorce may be difficult for parents who argued about many issues when they were married. Even if parents disagree on parenting issues, they can avoid these common mistakes. Competition Using child custody as a competition is one of the most common...
Tips for navigating property division during divorce
Property division can be difficult to navigate during the divorce process. It can be challenging for a divorcing couple to divide up their life together, including their home, property and assets. For that reason, it can be useful for them to be familiar with some...
How might domestic violence allegations affect custody?
People from all walks of life can experience domestic violence. It is a common problem which affects many Michiganders. In these cases, it takes a lot of courage for a victim to leave the relationship and do what she needs to do to protect herself and her children. On...
What to expect in a Michigan divorce
Every state has different procedures for divorce that may factor in residency requirements, waiting or separation periods, serving process, or custody considerations. As Michigan couples in Oakland and surrounding counties are deciding how to proceed, knowing what...
How do I work through divorce grief?
For those that have decided that divorce is needed, one thing that can hold them back is the perceived emotional fallout from that decision. This is true, even if the divorce will be amicable and, sometimes, even if the marriage is chaotic. Though, once one accepts...
What is a personal protection order and how do I get one?
There’s an old adage that those who you love can hurt you the most. When they do, it feels like a betrayal of the highest order – you should feel safest in your own home, with the people you love, but domestic violence makes this impossible. If this is your life, it...
How to ask for alimony in Michigan during your divorce
A request for alimony support can be made by either of the spouses during the divorce process. Unless the parties agree to alimony in their out-of-court settlement, it will be up to the divorce court to determine if the alimony award will be granted. It is important...
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