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Laurie Schmitt Family Law

W. Michigan family law specializing in Collaborative Divorce

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    • Alternative Divorce Options
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Welcome to our blog. Your guide to a wide variety of family law matters. If you cannot find the answers you need here, please contact us here or call us directly at 616.608.4634.

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Divorce and Marital Home

Is It Better To Get The Marital Home In The Divorce?

MISCONCEPTION:  It’s better to get the marital home in the divorce. FACT:  Not necessarily. The following list is presented for ...
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Private Club Memberships

What Happens To Private Club Memberships After The Divorce?

Do you and your spouse have a private club membership that you acquired in your marriage? Have you agreed how ...
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Apology in divorce

Is There Value To An Apology In Divorce?

WHAT IS AN APOLOGY? Merriam-Webster defines an apology as “an admission of error or discourtesy accompanied by an expression of ...
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Kick Spouse Out of House

Can You Kick Your Spouse Out Of The House During Your Divorce?

You want to file for a divorce. And the thought of living with your spouse while going through the divorce ...
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Plaintiff and Divorce

Divorce Plaintiff Or Defendant – Does It Matter Who Files?

Does it matter if you are the filing spouse in the divorce action (known as Plaintiff) or you are the ...
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Initial Consultation

Can My Spouse and I Attend The Initial Consultation Together If We Agree On All The Terms of Our Divorce?

THE SHORT ANSWER: NO Even if you and your spouse agree on the terms of your Judgment of Divorce prior ...
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Serve divorce papers

What Does It Mean To Serve Someone With Divorce Documents?

SERVICE OF THE DIVORCE DOCUMENTS After the Complaint for Divorce has been filed with the clerk of the court, and ...
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Adult Children and Divorce

How Can Adult Children Impact Their Parents’ Divorce?

The divorce process is hard enough for couples to navigate without third-party interference. However, when the third-party interference is your ...
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Divorce and Money

What Is The Biggest Concern When Divorcing Without Minor Children: It’s About The Money.

Divorcing when there are no minor children certainly should be easier than couples who must address custody, parenting time, and ...
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Family Law Attorney Fees

How Do Family Law Attorneys Charge For Their Work?

Before you hire a family law attorney, you should have a clear understanding how your family law attorney will charge ...
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Divorce Easier

Top Ten Tips To Make Your Divorce Easier

Divorce is a difficult process – difficult on your budget, on your children, and on your future. But, if you ...
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Amicable Divorce

Should I Seek Legal Advice If My Divorce Will Be Amicable?

Many divorcing couples are looking to divorce amicably. And seeking legal advice may be viewed as hostile or taking an ...
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Laurie K. Schmitt
Attorney, Mediator, and Collaborative Lawyer

401 Hall Street SW
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Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Phone: 616.608.4634

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Laurie Schmitt of Schmitt Law, PLLC is a West Michigan family law attorney specializing in collaborative divorce as well as separation, divorce, child custody and support, paternity, and other family law litigation. She is licensed by Michigan State Bar and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan, and has extensive advanced training in divorce mediation and collaborative divorce.

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