Are Joint Vacations a Good Idea for Divorced Parents?
When a romantic relationship ends in divorce, adults find ways to cope with the loss and move on with their lives. When shared children are involved, splitting up is more complicated, especially when shared custody and co-parenting require adults to see each other and remain in communication for years to come. Some families find ways […]
7 Tips if You’re Preparing for Divorce in the New Year
The new year is for fresh starts. And sometimes, the fresh start you need most is a divorce. Maybe one of your New Year\’s resolutions is to seek happiness on your own, escape a vicious cycle, or stop avoiding the inevitable. Whatever your motivation to seek a divorce in the new year, it’s important to […]
4 Tips to Help Deal With Divorce Without Affecting Your Work
There’s no getting around the fact that divorces are stressful. Even an amicable divorce may entail mediation and court hearings, the division of assets, and agreements regarding custody and child support. When you’re dealing with a lengthy or contentious divorce, though, it can be even more challenging to juggle the demands of the proceedings with […]
Should You Worry About Your Spouse’s Digital Wallet in a Michigan Divorce?
Digital technologies have changed the way we live our lives. Not only do we now rely on mobile devices for communication through calls, texts, and emails, but our phones often hold the keys to our financial lives. Michigan is a marital property state, which means divorcing couples must divide their assets in a fair and […]
How to Modify Your Parenting Plan
Parenting plans can change for a variety of reasons. When this happens, it can be a stressful situation for all parties involved, including the children. For this reason, it is best to reach an amicable solution swiftly and deliberately to achieve a new sense of normalcy. If you are in a situation that requires your […]
4 Tips for Drafting a Declaration in a Family Law Case
If you’re filing or responding to a Request for Order in a family law case, you’re required to attach a declaration. A declaration is a written statement made under penalty of perjury that explains your request and provides facts to support its basis. The declaration will be read by the judge and potentially your spouse. […]
4 Helpful Tips for Communicating with In-Laws During and After a Separation
A separation with your partner is sure to strain the relationship with your in-laws, whether the relationship was great or not pre-separation. While you may not consider the loss of your relationship with your in-laws significant, it can pose problems for you if you need to speak to your in-laws about child care or custody […]
4 Tips for Protecting Your Retirement Pension in a Divorce
You worked hard to earn your retirement pension. When you divorce, a court could divide your pension with your spouse as a marital asset. But you may have options for protecting your retirement pension. These options range from finding ways to exclude your pension as a marital asset to negotiating a settlement with your spouse. […]
Can You Start a Business During Your Divorce?
There is no rule that says you cannot start a business during a divorce. But after you or your spouse starts a divorce, you cannot spend marital assets without authorization from the court. More importantly, until the court finalizes your divorce, it could trace the funding to start the business to your marital estate. Thus, […]
Nesting Co-Parenting: Is It Right for You?
Nesting co-parenting is a growing trend among divorced parents. It provides a stable home for the children of divorced couples. It can also increase time with both parents by eliminating packing and travel. On the other hand, nesting co-parenting can cost more than other living arrangements and provide less privacy. It also requires a much […]
Mediation vs. Litigation in Michigan Divorces: What’s the Difference?
Given the chance to choose the easy way or the hard way, most would pick the first option. When it comes to a Michigan divorce, though, there may be no easy way to resolve the issues involved. But this does not mean there are no good options for handling your divorce. Two of the most […]
Summer Vacation Planning Tips for Divorced Parents
The warm weather and school-free days make summers unforgettable for kids. Morning bike rides, afternoon popsicles, and the occasional beach vacation are ideal ways to spend the sunny days. However, as you grow up and have children of your own, summers begin to take on a new significance. For parents, summer represents an opportunity to […]