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Michigan is an equitable distribution state, which means the division of property and assets is performed by placing value on what is “fair” to both spouses. The things to consider when dividing property equitably includes which property will be part of the distribution, the valuation of said property, and the actual division of the property. Property is classified in two categories: marital…
One of the most difficult things about a divorce often involves deciding on the terms of parenting time, formerly called visitation. This time is when the non-custodial parent will spend time with the child. This process can be made much less stressful if both parties focus on the needs of the child. The key to developing a parenting time schedule…
Michigan custody laws state that child custody can be granted as legal and/or physical custody. These can each be granted jointly or separately, depending on the circumstances. Whichever party obtains legal custody of the minor will be responsible for the major decisions including financial and medical decision as well as educational ones. Both divorced parents can share these legal rights, depending on…
When dividing assets during a divorce, I encourage my clients to ask the following questions: What do I really want? What would I really like? What can I do without? What does my spouse really want? What would my spouse like to have? What can my spouse live without? The division of assets can be broken into two categories, which are marital property…