In any Michigan divorce, the parties have to disclose all their assets and debts, and then divide the marital property in accordance with state law. This is always a daunting task, but some types of property are easier to divide than others. It's relatively simple to...

When a marriage is going smoothly, it can seem to unnecessarily nosy to want to know every single detail of your spouse’s whereabouts or financial dealings. But when the mitts come off during a divorce proceeding, one of the most bitter areas of conflict is often in...

Every divorce comes with questions and complications. Child support, property division and spousal support are frequent issues. But just as being a military spouse presents unique challenges, so too does it present unique questions. Will I lose my commissary and...

A couple’s home is typically their most substantial asset in a divorce. Deciding what to do with the house and handling its mortgage is an important but complicated property division issue. Potential problems Lenders will consider a couple’s joint mortgage as their...

A divorce ends a marriage, but it represents much more in the lives of the parties. It breaks apart family bonds and forces parents and kids into custody and visitation arrangements. It forces parties to look at what they own and how they can divide it so that each...

While getting ownership of the residential home is considered a primary aim in property division in Michigan, this option may not always be the most practical one. Couples going through a divorce need to understand how much money goes into maintaining the house and...

Like other states, Michigan has a law that allows married couples to receive some protection from court if they want to live in separate yet remain legally married. Although this often gets referred to as legal separation, Michigan law calls this separate maintenance....

Divorce can be difficult, especially when the parties involved share a business. There are a few options to consider when dividing a business that can make the process easier. How do I know if the business I own with my spouse is a martial asset or separate property?...

A prenuptial agreement can be enormously beneficial for your financial wellbeing as you embark on your marriage. But things change, and so do people. This means that there are some instances when hindsight is 20/20 when it comes to a prenuptial agreement. Even if your...

Property division is an important part of the divorce process and can also be challenging for many divorcing couples. One of the many challenges divorcing couples can face is what to do to divide a home during the divorce process. Sell the home and divide the proceeds...