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How To Prepare For a Divorce Mediation
Ending a marriage can be incredibly difficult. Unfortunately, many people believe that litigation is the only way to end their ...
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How To Serve Divorce Papers
There are several ways to serve your spouse with divorce papers in the State of Michigan. The following are the ...
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Paying For a Consultation
Many people struggle with attorneys that charge for consultations, and only seek out attorneys who provide a free consultation. What ...
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I Can Handle My Divorce Without An Attorney
Many couples choose to separate and divorce amicably. And because you are getting along, you do not believe it is ...
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Truth Leads To Trust
You want an attorney that will tell you the truth, no sugar coating. Telling clients what they may not want ...
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How To Waste Your Money After Retaining a Divorce Attorney
I doubt many would say that getting a divorce is easy. But… You took the time to consult with attorneys ...
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What Is a Judgment Of Divorce
A Judgment of Divorce is the legal document that finalizes the divorce process. It is the written court order that ...
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What Is a Domestic Relations Verified Financial Information Form In a Divorce?
In the State of Michigan, after you have filed a complaint for divorce, both parties are required to exchange financial ...
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What Are My Divorce Options?
You are ready to move forward with a divorce. But you have no idea how to get started, and are ...
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How To Prepare For a Custody Mediation
All family law cases are difficult. However, custody cases can be the most challenging for parents. Whether your case is ...
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The Collaborative Divorce Process: What Is a Financial Neutral?
In the collaborative divorce process, we utilize the team approach. The team comprises of the clients, their respective attorneys, a ...
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What Are The Rights of Unmarried Parents?
Common concerns for unmarried parents are custody, parenting time, and child support. If parents are not married, how do they ...