Disputes are the very root cause of contentious divorces. Parties may disagree on various legal issues, such as the grounds for divorce, custody of children, division of assets and debts, spousal support and child support. However, these challenges hold deeper...
Divorce
How much flexibility parents have in child support amounts
In Michigan, statutory guidelines primarily govern the calculation of child support. The goal is to ensure fairness and financial stability for the child. While these guidelines provide a framework, parents may still have a degree of flexibility in determining the...
How can you rebuild your finances after divorce?
Divorce is a financial storm you most likely did not plan for. After all, you did not enter marriage anticipating it would end at some point. Unfortunately, the struggle is often far from over even after finalizing the process. Post-divorce tends to be about facing...
4 tips for putting your children first during your divorce
Divorce is challenging for all parties involved, but the impact on children can be particularly profound. Parents often struggle to navigate the turbulent waters of divorce while trying to protect their children from its adverse effects. However, with thoughtful...
Are children of divorce more likely to divorce themselves?
Children typically look up to their parents as the first adults to show them how to behave and make decisions. Their developing minds absorb their parents’ ways to help them build their own identities. So, if they are taking after their parents, the common assumption...
Recognizing signs your children may be suffering during divorce
The process of divorce, while difficult for the couple involved, can be especially challenging for children. They may struggle to understand what is happening, feel a sense of loss or confusion or fear changes in their family structure. As a parent, you want to...
Dealing with a stonewalling spouse during your divorce
Divorce is a challenging process under the best of circumstances, and there is often anger and hurt. Unfortunately, many people react poorly during those stressful moments, and you may find yourself facing stonewalling by your spouse. When a spouse chooses to...
The pros and cons of retaining the home in a Michigan divorce
Divorce poses numerous challenges, one of the most significant being the division of property. For many couples, the family home is the most valuable asset, both financially and emotionally. Deciding whether to keep or sell the home is often a difficult decision. In...
Strategies for an amicable divorce
Did you know that the divorce rate in the US is third in the world? In fact, for every 1,000 people, 2.3 will get a divorce. Fortunately, this rate has decreased over the last few years. Divorce is messy, and it has financial and emotional consequences. However, it is...
Can you start dating during a divorce?
Dating during your divorce could introduce some tricky complications. While it is certainly not prohibited, you will want to think carefully before making any major moves. When you understand the impact that dating could have on your life during this unprecedented...