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In Michigan, the Friend of the Court plays a significant role in helping parents resolve disputes related to custody, parenting time and child support. The FOC office is part of the family division of the circuit court and operates under an appointment from a judge to...
Before getting married in Michigan, some people sign a prenuptial agreement. These legal documents can safeguard assets in the event of a divorce. However, they may become sources of contention for one or both people who do end up in the divorce process. Financial...
Cases involving divorce and child custody can be emotionally challenging and complex. In Michigan, the legal system employs a process called mandatory family law mediation to help families navigate these issues in a more cooperative and structured manner. Many couples...
Retirement accounts often represent a substantial portion of a couple's joint assets. Therefore, how a couple splits these funds during a divorce can have long-term implications on each party's financial health and stability. Withdrawing money from retirement accounts...
Divorce mediation is an option for settling your divorce out of court. Each mediator has their own procedures and methods, but typically, mediation follows several common stages. Stage one: the intake process Before any mediation begins, the mediator will meet with...
In Michigan, the end of a marriage can legally occur in two ways: divorce or annulment. Both processes legally terminate a marriage, but they differ significantly in their implications and prerequisites. Discerning between annulment and divorce is crucial for...
The results of a divorce case can significantly affect a person's life in a number of ways. If you are a business owner, you might even find that the results of your divorce can deprive you of a major source of livelihood. It is important to acknowledge as soon as...
Dividing marital assets is typically one of the challenging parts of a divorce. Michigan laws call for couples to divide their assets fairly and equitably, which is not the same as 50-50. It means that couples split assets amassed during the marriage in a way that...
When the decision to divorce has been made, divorcing spouses should be familiar with how to prepare for the divorce process. This includes knowing which documents they should pull together in preparation for the divorce process. Documents to gather in preparation for...
Going through a divorce is going to force you to think about a lot of different things you’ve probably never considered. Common issues which arise are alimony, child support and property division. These will be dealt with during the divorce process itself but it’s...