For those thinking of divorce, a primary concern is likely what life looks like after divorce. The fear of never finding love again or never getting over the heartbreak can be a terrible feeling. It is something that many divorcees struggle with, even celebrities...

Sometimes, people believe that to get a divorce, one has to have a reason, or prove something, like the other spouse cheated or committed some wrong. However, our state is what is known as a “no-fault” divorce state. This means that if a spouse wants a divorce, they...

You and your spouse may have been financially successful during the course of your marriage, but your marriage itself may not have been so successful. Does every high-asset divorce in the Detroit area need to be a high-conflict affair pitting one spouse against the...

Deciding when to end a marriage can be one of the most devastating experiences of your life. However, it’s essential that you take every step possible to put yourself in the best financial position for your new life. Achieving a fair outcome with your soon-to-be-ex...

Thinking of what is fair in a divorce can seem daunting, especially when it involves property division and custody. Michigan is an equitable division state, which means that property is not divided 50/50, but it is distributed fairly according to the judge. Factors...

If you have to take your spouse to court over your divorce, you may be frustrated and annoyed. You might have done your best to negotiate with them but not been able to in the end. What should you do to prepare for court? Here are three tips. Get ready by knowing what...

You and your spouse have the option of determining alimony arrangements for yourselves when you divorce. If you are able to come to an agreement, the court will make it official by approving it. However, if you and your spouse cannot come to an agreement yourselves,...

If you have a family-owned business and are going through a divorce, you might find that determining the outcome of the company is one of the more difficult decisions you have to make. There are several options that are on the table for most companies. One of the...

Most wish to get through divorce as quickly as they can, but sometimes this just is not possible. If you believe that your ex-spouse is trying to get more than his or her fair share out of the divorce settlement or is proposing unfavorable custody terms, you may wish...

It’s always painful to hang out your family’s dirty laundry in public. If you occupy a fairly elevated position in your community, however, opening your private affairs to public scrutiny can be very damaging to your reputation, your social standing and your business...