Alimony, also known as spousal support, can play a critical role in making the outcome of a divorce as fair as possible. If one spouse made professional sacrifices for the family or if the spouses have vastly different incomes or personal holdings, the courts may...
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How to deal with child custody during a divorce court case
Divorce becomes significantly more complex when children are involved. Beyond separating finances and property, parents must make decisions that shape their child’s daily life, long-term stability and emotional well-being. Courts focus on the best interests of the...
How do parents share custody during the holidays?
Parents who share physical custody or parenting time are often subject to a specific schedule. They either negotiate their own arrangements breaking down the overall division of parenting time or work to establish arrangements with the help of a judge. The baseline...
What do you do with your business during a Michigan divorce?
Five years ago, you and your spouse decided to start a small business in Michigan. It was very successful and it has become the main income stream for both of you. You both work at the company on a daily basis. However, your spouse has now decided to file for...
How are children’s belongings divided in divorce?
When couples going through a contentious divorce are deciding how to divide their property, they sometimes end up fighting to keep items they don’t need or want just to keep their soon-to-be ex from “winning.” Unfortunately, that competition can sometimes extend to...
The role of a valuation date in a high-asset divorce
There are many unique details that influence the property division process during a divorce. The duration of the marriage, the income of both spouses and even custody arrangements may influence how people split their resources and shared debts when they divorce. The...
What happens if you don’t pay court-ordered alimony in Michigan?
Failing to pay court-ordered alimony (spousal support) is a financial misstep that can trigger serious legal consequences. Whether payments are missed due to hardship or negligence, the court has multiple tools to enforce support orders. Knowing what might happen if...
4 factors you need to understand about child custody
When parents separate or divorce, one of the most critical decisions revolves around child custody. Determining where a child will live and who makes decisions for them can be a challenging and emotional process, and courts and families alike must always focus on what...
Can a man turn down alimony from their breadwinner ex-wife?
Divorce often comes with financial considerations, one of which is alimony. Traditionally, alimony was associated with husbands supporting their ex-wives, but modern dynamics show that women can also be the primary breadwinners. This raises a unique question: can a...
Why divorcing a covert narcissist is like walking on eggshells
Divorce is never an easy process, but when one spouse is a covert narcissist, the challenges become even more complex. The covert narcissist often masks their behavior with subtle manipulation, passive-aggressiveness and a victim mentality. This hidden approach makes...
