A divorce can severely disrupt the financial situation of either or both spouses. One of the functions of an award of alimony is to soften the impact of this disruption. An award of alimony in a Michigan divorce is strictly within the discretion of the judge, but a...
Month: February 2021
The basics of dividing marital property in a Michigan divorce
The first question that must be asked before diving into the complexities of a state’s property division laws is whether the state recognizes community property. Only nine states have chosen to designate all property acquired by a couple during their marriage as...
When do orders of alimony end in Michigan?
When considering divorce, a Wayne County resident may want to cut all ties with their soon-to-be ex-spouse as quickly as possible. However, depending on their financial situation, they may discover that one important connection must be maintained for years after their...
How does property get divided fairly between the spouses?
Aside from the emotional aspect, dividing property can be one of the more challenging aspects of a divorce. It may be a source of comfort to know that, under Michigan law, marital property is required to be divided fairly, which can mean splitting it in half or...