In Michigan, the marital property division follows the rule of “equitable distribution.” It’s important to note, this does not mean that the property needs to be divided down the middle in a 50/50 fashion. This simply means that there’s a presumption that the property will be fair and divided in an appropriate fashion with […]
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Dividing property in an Indiana divorce
Indiana is an equitable property division state, meaning that the court will divide property in the way it sees as most fair, not necessarily equally. In many divorces, dividing property is the most difficult part of the process. In many cases, spouses cannot agree on how to divide their assets and debts, so they need […]
Read more...Frequently asked Michigan child custody questions
Who will get custody of our child? Below our attorneys provide answers to frequently ask question with regards to Michigan child custody laws.The Michigan Child Custody Act presumes it is in the best interests of a child to have a strong relationship with both parents. Courts in Michigan use 12 factors called the best interest […]
Read more...What to expect during discovery in an INDIANA divorce
After hiring an attorney, your work will not be complete. While your attorney will certainly manage many aspects of the dissolution process on your behalf, the client’s “to do” list will not likely be a short one. Most important of those “to dos” will likely be the gathering and delivery of a great deal of […]
Read more...How Is Child Custody and Divorce Handled In Ohio
Ohio Child Custody Laws Learn how Child Custody is Determined in Ohio, how you can modify custody orders, and more. For some couples, divorce can be a painful process, especially when children are involved. Parents must decide how to split time with their children and how to make custody decisions together. When parents […]
Read more...How Is Same-Sex Divorce Treated In Indiana
How Is Same-Sex Divorce Treated In The State Of Indiana? You and your life partner married in Illinois but moved to Indiana in early 2018. Now you have decided to end your marriage. How does Indiana treat same-sex divorce? Will any complications arise? A little background The Indiana legislature recognized same-sex […]
Read more...Divorce in Indiana FAQs
The below questions are some of the most common we receive from clients. They only pertain to divorces filed under Indiana law. We will post an article with Divorce FAQs for a divorce filed in Michigan at a later time. What are the grounds for divorce in Indiana? Although Indiana is a “no-fault” divorce state, […]
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