Southfield Divorce Law Blog
A billionaire shields his money from his ex-wife
In general, courts penalize Michigan residents who hide assets in a divorce proceeding. However, it is difficult for the court to do so when the spouse has taken advantage of something that is completely legal under the laws of another state. South Dakota has given...
A new custody order could be necessary as your child ages
You and your spouse worked out a custody arrangement a few years ago. For all this time, it has worked great. Now, though, your child is getting ready to go to middle school, and her schedule has changed. She needs to be at the bus stop sooner, and she gets home from...
Determining your child’s best interest in custody
Going through child custody matters is a difficult situation because you have to try to put your own emotions aside so you can focus on your child’s needs. This is made even more challenging because you also have to contend with what your ex feels is best for the...
The importance of a prenuptial agreement for business owners
When people in Michigan who own a business get married, they may want to create a prenuptial agreement that outlines how the business will be valuated and divided in case the marriage ends in divorce. By establishing the company’s worth before the marriage, the prenup...
Talk about these things shortly after you get engaged
When love sweeps you off your feet, it is easy to get caught up in the powerful emotions that begin to arise. For many in Southfield, MI, getting engaged soon follows the dating phase of early love. Most people do not think much about how married life may differ from...
Common financial errors to avoid in a divorce
People in Michigan who are going through a divorce should try to avoid common costly mistakes that are often made at this time. For example, one error is failing to make a post-divorce budget. People often do not realize how much their lives are going to change when...
Divorce linked to the age of marriage
Most divorce cases include a number of factors for why the relationship ended. There is no single element you can point to and say that a couple is guaranteed to get divorced. That said, you can look at divorce trends in the United States and identify patterns. This...
Dating during divorce? Here’s why it’s better to wait
Maybe you “checked out” emotionally on your marriage years before the divorce papers were filed. Maybe you’re looking for a little validation that you’re still attractive. Maybe you’re just lonely. Whatever the reason, you’d like to start dating. Is it really...
How are student loan debts treated when the marriage is over?
Student loans are becoming an increasingly more common issue in a Michigan divorce as nearly everyone who holds a degree or certificate ends up in debt these days. Spouses will often want to know which one is responsible for paying back the student loans and if they...
Child custody negotiation tips for all parents
It isn’t easy to have to come up with the terms of a child custody agreement, but you might find that you and your ex working together produces better results for the children. There are several things that you might do that can help you get things together without...
