The Divorce Attorney Journal

Divorce changes everything. Your marriage is unraveling and, with that, the consistency in your life. The result can be a time of chaos and unpredictability. The good news is that this situation is temporary. If you have been separated or knew divorce was coming, you’ve had time to prepare. If your Michigan divorce hit you fast, you may be on shaky ground, but it will solidify. You will learn to live a new kind of life. All you have to do is trust that your situation is temporary and act accordingly. (more…)

Now that Meghan Markle and Prince Harry are married, talk will turn to babies… and maybe even divorce. Though the fairytale royal weddings that are broadcast on television are the stuff dreams are made of, the day itself is no indicator of what a marriage will be like. And just because you’re a prince or princess or duchess or duke does not mean your union will always be harmonious. Divorce is part of the modern age, and royals are no exception. Your Michigan divorce, thank goodness, can at least be lived out of the spotlight. (more…)

The battles that rage between divorcing couples as they attempt to come to a divorce settlement often involve money and child custody. Protecting yourself, your assets, and your children are paramount as you and your spouse go separate ways. A private investigator can work closely with your Michigan divorce attorney to gather evidence and contribute valuable information that will help you gain leverage in your divorce settlement. (more…)

Does your husband manage all the finances in your relationship, do the bill-paying, and make the big decisions about major investments and financial planning? According to a UBS Global Wealth Management report, 56 percent of married women say “yes.” Should a Michigan divorce come knocking, this arrangement can throw far too many women for a loop, leaving them without a clue as to the financial health of their marriage, and how to function financially on their own, during and after divorce. (more…)

Divorce doesn’t always work out the way you envision it, especially when children are involved. It can be heart wrenching to go from seeing your kids every day to having parenting time only on the weekends or once or twice a week. Or, you may feel that without a spouse to help you, you’re taking on the brunt of the parenting duties even though you have joint custody and you need more support from your ex. Or you may fear for the safety of your children when they are out of your care. Whatever the situation, if you’re unhappy with your child custody agreement, it’s time to find out if you can change it. (more…)

Doing your taxes is difficult enough. Doing your taxes after a divorce or while divorcing can be doubly challenging. The government doesn’t care that you’ve been divvying up assets and figuring out what belongs to whom – they still expect to get paid. If your Michigan divorce has put a kink in your otherwise streamlined tax filing, or made your already complicated taxes that much more of a hassle, it is still possible to simplify the inevitable. (more…)

Many people on the verge of a divorce are traveling down this road for the first time. Knowing where to begin with such a journey can be daunting and overwhelming. It’s essential to enlist the services of a Michigan divorce attorney you trust so you know you’ll be taken care of throughout your divorce process. As you interview potential divorce lawyers, look for qualities that will make you feel good about your present and future. (more…)

Raising kids is expensive. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports that the cost to raise a child to the age of 18 is almost $250,000. This reality makes a detailed child support agreement critical in your Michigan divorce so you’re not left doing the lion’s share when it comes to paying for your child’s needs and wants until they reach adulthood. (more…)

Food and sex. Basic needs, right? For most people, anyway. But what if you’re asked to choose one over the other? Turns out, 73 percent of women report they would select an amazing meal over amazing sex. That kind of appetite could be just the thing that leads to a Michigan divorce. (more…)

Did you get married on Valentine’s Day, or on a notable date like 9/9/99 or 12/13/14? Marriages that take place on a holiday or a unique-number date are more likely to end in divorce, according to a study that tracked one million couples. Getting hitched on a trendy date doesn’t spell certain doom, but there are certain characteristics surrounding these dates that make all the difference in staying together and getting a Michigan divorce. (more…)