Even parents with the best of intentions in a Michigan divorce often get consumed with the details of the proceedings, sometimes to the detriment of their children. The well-being of children at this stressful time involves a number of strategies and actions that help...
Month: November 2019
How are spousal assets allocated in divorce?
On Behalf of Eisenberg & Spilman, PLLC | Nov 25, 2019 | alimony
If you are about to undergo divorce proceedings in Michigan, you might have some questions about alimony and how it works. To the uninitiated, alimony has an aura of mystery about it, so it is not unusual for people to have a few misconceptions about it. The term...
What behaviors should you avoid in a custody battle?
On Behalf of Eisenberg & Spilman, PLLC | Nov 25, 2019 | child custody
In a Michigan custody battle, you may believe that you have your child’s best interests at heart. You know that you should win custody and that your child is better in your care, but are you sabotaging your own efforts? Emotions are always high during a child custody...
Can you refuse visitation if you feel your child is in danger?
On Behalf of Eisenberg & Spilman, PLLC | Nov 25, 2019 | child custody
When the Michigan courts assign visitation, they do so with the express purpose of ensuring the child or children involved maintain regular contact with the non-custodial parent. However, what looks good on paper does not always work out in real life. This is often...
Is it a good idea to get a postnuptial agreement?
On Behalf of Eisenberg & Spilman, PLLC | Nov 25, 2019 | high asset divorce
Thankfully the divorce rate in Michigan has not gone up in the last several decades, but it still hovers around 50%. Many couples with higher assets plan a prenuptial agreement prior to getting married. However, for those couples who do not have a prenup, a...
What is a postnuptial agreement?
On Behalf of Eisenberg & Spilman, PLLC | Nov 22, 2019 | family law, property division
Most people have heard of prenuptial agreements, but if you are heading toward a high-asset divorce, it is likely a little late to be forming one of those at this point. However, more and more couples in Michigan and across the United States are seeing the benefits of...
How can I help my children through divorce?
On Behalf of Eisenberg & Spilman, PLLC | Nov 22, 2019 | child custody, family law
Divorce is no picnic for the people going through it, but it is not only the couples themselves that are affected by this process. Children can become pawns in divorce and this can be very difficult for them. In order for your children to successfully cope and manage...
Should we wait until after the holidays to file for divorce?
On Behalf of Eisenberg & Spilman, PLLC | Nov 22, 2019 | high asset divorce
With the holidays fast approaching, couples in Michigan often set aside their problems for the time being. Many parents who know divorce is imminent do not want to disrupt celebrations for the children, so many wait to file for divorce until the New Year. Even if this...
Can the custody process cause unhealthy stress?
On Behalf of Eisenberg & Spilman, PLLC | Nov 22, 2019 | child custody
For a lot of parents, the custody process can be very complex. Many are overwhelmed by difficulties they are working through in their professional life or problems with friends and family members. Others may have financial concerns and fears about how their divorce...
What child support should be used for
On Behalf of Eisenberg & Spilman, PLLC | Nov 20, 2019 | child support
When parents are married, they may not keep track of just how much of their spending goes toward the support of their children. However, during the divorce, the courts calculate an amount that each parent should pay. According to Michigan Legal Help, each parent's...
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