We Help You Through This Difficult Experience
We're here to work for you and with you. We will advise
you and explain your options to get the best results
possible. However, you must make all final decisions.
Basically, Michigan has one ground for divorce:
“There has been a breakdown of the marriage relationship
to the extent that the objects of matrimony have been
destroyed and there remains no reasonable likelihood
that the marriage can be preserved.”
Michigan is a “no-fault” divorce state,
but the term “no-fault” may be misleading.
Fault isn't a factor if the parties reach a settlement
on all issues.
However, if there are disputes about alimony, property
division, support, parenting time, or custody, a judge
may consider a partner's behavior when deciding how
to settle the disputes.
Thank you for making this terrible time the best it could be. Each of you are the best at what you do. How you handle yourselves at such stressful times is remarkable.
Mother of 1, Ann Arbor
Since my divorce, I'm so relieved, happy and free. It's a great feeling. Thanks to everyone, it was fast and painless.
Wife, 87, Ann Arbor
To get the best outcome in your case, it´s important
to be completely candid. Remember - conversations with
your attorney are confidential. We need your complete
input to best represent you.
In our experience, most divorce cases are settled,
which means that the parties reach an agreement that
is placed on the court record. After an agreement
is placed on the record, it is extremely difficult to
change it. Never agree to something you don´t
understand or feel forced into. Your consent must be
voluntary.
Expect the divorce process to last several months.
By law, a divorce cannot be granted in fewer than 60
days. When a couple has minor children, the wait is
six months. The six-month period may be waived under
certain circumstances, but it´s a good idea not
to rush a divorce. There are complex issues to sort
through, and it takes time to reach a sound, fair decision
that both parties accept. Remember, it´s extremely
difficult, and sometimes impossible, to change a divorce
settlement. So take your time, because you will have
to live with the settlement for years to come.
While your divorce is pending, both sides define issues
and try to resolve them. A good amount of time also
goes into finding the net worth of each person. This
may involve requesting financial statements or depositions.
None of this will be done hastily, and you always will
be given an opportunity to study a proposed settlement.
No final decision will be made without your consent.
We encourage you to explore our site so you know what
to expect. The more you know, the better decisions we
can make together. |
