Michigan parents who have a child with special needs probably already understand the additional stresses on their marriage. According to some studies, the divorce rate among parents of special needs children may be as high as 87%. While divorce is never easy, it’s...
Most Michigan parents who decide to end their marriage remain committed to caring for their children physically, mentally and emotionally. This commitment typically includes putting themselves in their children’s shoes before, during and after the divorce. It can also...
One of the things that divorcing Michigan couples who have young children will have to address is child support, with an understanding that the support will be there to cover expenses related to raising the children. However, the parents might have differing opinions...
Divorce can be an ordeal for Michigan families, and it can be especially challenging for children. As parents, you may feel a sense of guilt or responsibility for your divorce's impact on your children. However, there are steps you can take to minimize the negative...
At the outset, you most likely thought that your Michigan marriage would last forever, but circumstances can change and you may want a divorce. If your spouse is incarcerated, it can make things even more complex. Divorcing a spouse who’s in prison You can get a...
Divorce is never easy, but the financial ramifications can be especially significant for couples who divorce later in life, also known as a gray divorce. Gray divorce can have serious financial consequences for Michigan couples, including the division of assets,...
In the state of Michigan, both parents have an obligation to take financial responsibility for their child. If your co-parent suddenly stops paying child support, you have the right to ask the court to enforce the support order. Friend of the Court (FOC) Local FOC...
Deciding to seek a divorce can be a tough situation. There are many intense feelings involved, and, if the couple has children, the decision will affect more than just the two spouses. The Michigan divorce process itself can make someone feel very vulnerable, and...
If you or someone you know has experienced domestic violence, you need to make people aware of the damage it causes. In the U.S. alone, 20 people face physical abuse from a partner every minute. Understanding physical and emotional abuse plays a vital role in ending...
Many fathers living in Michigan, and around the country, assume that they will be unable to gain custody of their children after a divorce or separation. This is no longer true, however, and there are steps that a father can take to achieve the parenting arrangement...