The emotional upheaval of divorce is often made even more stressful by the anxiety of possibly losing the family home, the car and family heirlooms. During a contested divorce proceeding, property division is determined by the laws of the state in which the couple...
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What are the benefits of postnuptial agreements?
When a Michigan couple decides to sign a prenup before walking down the aisle, they are essentially agreeing to how their property will be divided in the event of a divorce. However, there is no need to worry if you and your spouse did not sign a prenuptial agreement...
Scared to tell your kids about your divorce? Consider these tips
A lot of divorce is about resolving issues that set the stage for your life post-marriage. Yet, while those issues are looming, you might have more immediate actions that you’re dreading. Amongst them may be breaking the news of divorce to your children. This is a...
Know about child custody evaluations before engaging in one
Are you worried about the outcome of your child custody dispute? If so, then you need to do everything in your power to present your side of the case, which should align with your child’s best interests. After all, that is how the court is going to assess the matter....
What is the difference between separate and marital property?
Married couples may have spent years or even decades accumulating assets such as the family home, automobiles, electronics and furniture. What they may not have anticipated when purchasing these items, however, is that they will one day divorce. However, divorce is...
A move can complicate child custody issues
Child custody is one of the most complicated issues in divorce. Parents want to spend as much time as possible with their children after their marriage ends. That can be threatened if a custodial parent wants to move their children. Family dynamics change after a...
Is joint custody the preferable option?
When negotiating with your soon-to-be former spouse about your post-divorce child custody arrangements, the two of you have considerable leeway. Assuming your marriage does not include a history of child neglect or abuse, you can come to virtually any agreement you...
What is the Friend of the Court?
Child custody and support are situations the state takes very seriously. Ensuring that parents properly care for their children is a top priority. Courts also want to encourage meaningful relationships between children and both parents. However, courts also understand...
Is my spouse hiding money in cryptocurrency?
The anonymous and unregulated disposition of cryptocurrency makes it an attractive asset-hiding strategy if your spouse wishes to conceal money while dividing marital property during your divorce. Investigating and tracking digital currency transactions faces new and...
An alternative to monthly alimony payments
If a judge declares that you owe alimony payments to your ex-spouse, this can sometimes feel frustrating and overwhelming. There are several reasons that you may want to seek an alternative to monthly payments. Not only can there be severe penalties for missing...