Alimony

There are significant financial implications tied to your divorce. With that in mind, it’s crucial that you know how to competently navigate your marriage dissolution negotiations or litigation. Much of this involves knowing the law and how it applies to your set of...

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...

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...

Unlike child support, spousal support is highly adaptable and somewhat unpredictable. Under Michigan law, child support amounts are calculated according to a fairly rigid formula based on the child's needs and the parents' ability to pay. Legally, the need springs out...

Divorce can have tremendous financial ramifications. In fact, it can dictate your financial position for years or even decades to come. That’s why it’s imperative that you enter the divorce process with a strong strategy that seeks to protect your financial interests....

When you're making your way out of a bad marriage, it's natural to want to rid yourself of any connections with your spouse and the past.We get it. Just don't be hasty. Acting rashly now can disadvantage you financially far into the future. If there's any potential...

Spousal support can be a contentious topic in a divorce, so most couples are glad to be done with the issue once their divorces are final.But what happens if you experience a sudden change in your circumstances? Can you revisit the issue of alimony and ask the court...

Once upon a time, the only sanctified union a couple could have required a marriage license. Times have changed, however, and many couples are choosing to avoid formal marital ties, while still seeking the blessings and support of their communities or choosing to...

Alimony, also known as spousal support, has become increasingly controversial over the last few years. Many people view alimony as a relic from the past -- when women were expected to stay home for the benefit of the family and not have careers.If you're a dependent...

Divorce doesn't always end the ties between a couple entirely -- especially when there are issues like alimony or child support involved. Those two issues alone can keep cropping up with new problems for years after a divorce is finalized.At times, it may be necessary...