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Relocation with children after divorce or a custody order is one of the hardest issues family law attorneys face. Even when a move makes genuine sense—a better job, a stronger support system, a safer neighborhood, a remarriage requiring a cross-country move—good relocation cases still lose. That doesn’t mean the law is arbitrary. It means Michigan’s … Read more
In a military divorce, the most valuable asset is often invisible until it’s gone. Retirement pay, disability elections, and survivor benefits don’t sit in a bank account—but decisions made during divorce can determine whether tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars will ever be paid at all. Unlike civilian divorces, military divorces operate at the … Read more
For business owners, executives, and professionals, divorce isn’t just emotionally disruptive—it can threaten the very assets that generate income, fund retirement, and support future opportunities. When a closely held business, investment portfolio, or professional practice is on the line, the stakes are fundamentally different. High-asset divorces demand more than rough estimates and rules of thumb. … Read more
In Michigan, moving with your child after divorce is not just a personal decision—it is a legal event with serious consequences. A job offer, a new partner, or family support in another city may make relocation feel urgent, but the law moves more slowly and far more deliberately. Michigan’s 100-mile rule exists to protect a … Read more
Deciding to end your marriage is one of the most difficult choices you’ll ever make. Once you’ve made that decision, understanding what comes next can help reduce some of the anxiety. The divorce process in Michigan follows a structured path, and knowing what to expect at each stage makes the journey more manageable. Michigan is … Read more
If you’re experiencing domestic violence, you’re facing one of the most difficult situations imaginable. Beyond immediate safety concerns, you may be worried about how abuse will affect your divorce, custody arrangements, and your children’s wellbeing. Michigan law takes domestic violence seriously in family court proceedings. Abuse isn’t just relevant to protection orders—it’s a specific factor … Read more
You spent years building a home, raising children, and supporting your spouse’s career. You managed schedules, handled emergencies, and made countless sacrifices so your family could thrive. Now you’re facing divorce, and you’re terrified about what comes next. If you’re a stay-at-home mom—or any parent who left the workforce to care for your family—the prospect … Read more
Going through a divorce or custody dispute is stressful enough without spending months in court battles that drain your finances and emotional reserves. There’s a better way. Family law mediation offers Michigan families an alternative that’s typically faster, less expensive, and far less adversarial than traditional litigation. Mediation isn’t about giving up or giving in. … Read more
Few divorce topics generate more confusion—and anxiety—than alimony. If you’re the lower-earning spouse, you may wonder whether you’ll receive enough support to rebuild your life. If you’re the higher earner, you may fear being trapped in permanent payments that cripple your finances. The reality of spousal support in Michigan falls somewhere between these extremes. Courts … Read more
For most divorcing couples, two questions cause more stress than almost anything else: Who keeps the house? And what happens to our retirement savings? These concerns make sense. Your home represents stability, memories, and often your largest investment. Retirement accounts represent your future security. When a marriage ends, figuring out how to divide these assets … Read more