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What happens to deferred compensation during a divorce?

On Behalf of Lisa D. Stern | May 10, 2025 | Divorce

Successful professionals living in Michigan have more to lose if they divorce than those just barely making ends meet. They may have a diversified portfolio of assets ranging from their primary residence to tax-deferred retirement savings accounts....

Dividing Your Property In A Michigan Divorce: What You Need To Know

On Behalf of Lisa D. Stern | Apr 16, 2025 | Divorce

How you divide your property with your spouse is often one of the most challenging and heated aspects of a Michigan divorce. While Michigan law says couples must divide their property fairly, that does not always equate to a 50/50 split. It’s...

Do You Still Pay Child Support With 50/50 Custody?

On Behalf of Lisa D. Stern | Apr 16, 2025 | Firm News

In family law, 50/50 custody—also known as joint physical custody or shared parenting—refers to an arrangement where children spend equal or nearly equal time with both parents. This typically involves alternating weeks, splitting each week, or...

How To Get Sole Custody In Michigan

On Behalf of Lisa D. Stern | Apr 16, 2025 | Firm News

Seeking sole custody of your child in Michigan can be a challenging process. Here is what you need to know about obtaining sole custody in our state. When a Court Will Consider Giving Sole Custody Michigan courts prioritize the best interests of...

Is There An Advantage To Filing For Divorce First In Michigan?

On Behalf of Lisa D. Stern | Apr 16, 2025 | Firm News

You don’t always have the option of filing for divorce first in Michigan. However, when you do, it’s crucial to consider the potential advantages and how to make the most of them. One significant advantage of filing for divorce first is that the...

What Do I Do If My Ex Stops Paying Child Support?

On Behalf of Lisa D. Stern | Apr 16, 2025 | Firm News

 When one parent stops making required child support payments to the other, it can create significant financial challenges for the parent who relies on those payments to meet their children’s needs. While some delinquent parents may have...

What Should I Put In My Prenuptial Agreement In Michigan?

On Behalf of Lisa D. Stern | Apr 16, 2025 | Firm News

A prenuptial agreement is a legal contract that couples sign before marriage. It outlines how they will handle property, debt, and financial matters if they divorce. In Michigan, the law recognizes prenuptial agreements as long as both spouses sign...

Who gets the house in a Michigan divorce?

On Behalf of Lisa D. Stern | Apr 7, 2025 | Divorce

Michigan is an equitable distribution state, meaning the court divides marital property fairly, though not necessarily equally. The court considers numerous factors to reach a decision that reflects fairness and equity for both parties. Unlike...

Michigan bill aims to affect international child…

On Behalf of Lisa D. Stern | Mar 17, 2025 | Firm News

Is Second-Parent Adoption the Same as Stepparent Adoption?

On Behalf of Lisa D. Stern | Mar 4, 2025 | Adoption

Adoption has become a catch-all phrase for numerous legal situations in which a non-biological individual assumes parental rights and responsibilities for a child. While adoption remains a life-long commitment to a child, it can involve a sometimes-complicated legal framework of paperwork, documents, and court dates. This legal labyrinth can be more confusing when involving terms like stepparent and second-parent adoption.…

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