When it comes to getting divorced in Michigan, you don’t always have the option of filing first. But if you have the option of filing first, is there any advantage to doing so? Benefits of Filing First There are some reasons why filing for divorce first can benefit you. The primary advantage you gain is that you can set the…
If you are ready to divorce, you may wonder how long the process will take. Although you undoubtedly want a quick and favorable resolution, every divorce is different, and the length of your case depends on numerous factors. Attorney Lisa D. Stern will handle all aspects of your divorce case and seek a swift and favorable end to your marriage…
When a final order is issued in your divorce or family law matter, you might breathe a sigh of relief. The order might mark the end of a highly contentious situation, and the resolution might be fair under the circumstances. However, that order is only valuable if it’s enforced. And in too many instances, individuals think that they can sidestep…
For many people, one word comes to mind when they think of the divorce process: stress. Whether it is fighting for more time with your kids or arguing over who gets the family home, traditional divorce can be expensive, time-consuming, and overwhelming. Nowadays, however, collaborative divorce makes it possible for couples to separate amicably and efficiently, while protecting their own…
A lot of people who go through divorce worry about what their financial stability will look like as they move into living a single life. This is understandable, and its why there’s a lot of focus on the property division process during marriage dissolution. Yet even though it’s critically important to ensure that you’re getting your fair share of the…
When a high-income Michigan couple is going through a divorce it can be a complicated affair. There are many things that need to be worked though with property division often being one of the most contentious. Michigan is an equitable distribution state which means property accrued during the marriage is subject to equitable distribution among the couple. While most property…
Property division in Michigan follows equitable property division rules. What this means, and the implications, for divorcing couples going through a divorce and the property division process is important to understand. What is equitable property division? Equitable property division is a form of property division that focuses on equitable property division principles to fairly divide property between the divorcing couple.…
What happens to the family home in divorce? This is a question many divorcing couples likely ask themselves. Understanding the various options for dividing a family home during divorce can help divorcing couples navigate the oftentimes emotional process of splitting up assets including their home. What happens to the family home in divorce? There are a couple of different options…
If a Bloomfield Hills area resident is getting a divorce, they know that it is an incredibly stressful time. They also probably don’t have any idea what to expect during the divorce process. If a couple doesn’t agree to the major terms of a divorce, such as property division, child custody and spousal support, the divorce becomes a “contested divorce”.…
In Michigan and across the nation, marriages will inevitably face a litany of challenges. During normal times, relationships have their ups and downs. When there is a worldwide health crisis that changes how people live, work and function, it can exacerbate existing strains and create new ones. As the pandemic continues and people are forced to work from home, help…