Generally speaking in most cases, spousal support can be reduced based on a change in circumstance. The court may order that the support continue until the court rules otherwise. The court may rule otherwise for example if their hours and wages were reduced significantly. If the payor no longer has the resources available, then they would be able to file an appropriate motion to ask for the reduction. Contact Goldman and Associates to speak to our top attorneys in Michigan … Read More
[Video] How Can I Get Spousal Support Reduced In Michigan?
[Video] How Domestic Violence Affects Spousal Support In Michigan
There are a number of factors that go into whether or not a person should receive alimony. One of these factors is fault and Michigan is a no-fault state which means anyone can get a divorce based on no showing of any particular fault. Fault could specifically mean domestic violence in the household and if that is the reason the marriage breaks up, then that is a fault factor the court could look into when they decide if there should … Read More
[Video] Goldman & Associates Q&A
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[Videos] What To Expect From Goldman & Associates
Welcome to Goldman Law and Associates, we’d like to thank you for choosing us to represent you. We know you have some questions about this process so let us help you through these next couple of steps. We provided you a list of short Youtube videos and blogs that explain the processes of your case. Thank you for choosing Goldman Law and Associates, we have countless resources available for you. Goldman & Associates Q&A https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwE5JjySuKY&t=18s Annulment https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NEb3k91eRRg&list=PL-uTgKmmFfFCQ6grCRn4jHwiXYpHz9bXd&index=11 Car Accident https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOAD5eayUM8&list=PL-uTgKmmFfFAxBKRJk3uoHDQAEEYEh4kB&index=4 … Read More
How Do you Qualify for Spousal Support in Michigan?
If you have been recently divorced you may be eligible for spousal support. The court will always look for fairness and equity. In this blog we will be talking about the types of spousal support and if you qualify for it. In Michigan family court you are likely to see one of three types of payments: permanent (periodic or lump sum), rehabilitative, and reimbursement. Which type you encounter depends on a number of circumstances such as the relative incomes of … Read More
Modifying Spousal Support in Michigan
There are ways to modify child support and parenting time, but is there a way to modify spousal support? Today we will be looking into spousal support and what your rights are in The State of Michigan. There are multiple types of spousal support and knowing the difference between all of them will benefit you in the long run. Spousal support is providing financial support to the other spouse after a divorce. These payments are decided by the court, but … Read More
[Video] What If My Spouse Intentionally Quits Their Job To Avoid Paying Child Support In Michigan?
A person is going to have their income & support evaluated based on their ability to earn. You cannot deliberately impoverish yourself so that you can maintain a lower support number. If you do that, then the court will examine your history and look at what you are able to make. If you want to keep your number as low as possible, then you should give a realistic number for your outcome and the opposing party as well. Lastly you … Read More
[Video] How To Avoid Losing Everything In A Divorce In Michigan
In the real world of divorce, it is extremely unlikely that someone will receive 100% of the marital assets and that the other person will walk away with zero assets. Despite the fact that MI is a no-fault divorce state, the truth is that fault can be relevant to some property, alimony and other issues. The court may not be equal about it, it may be something along the lines of a 60-40 split, but you don’t see 90-10 split … Read More
[Video] If Attempts To Serve My Spouse In Michigan Didn’t Work, What’s Next?
Child custody is always something that the court can be looked into and changed. Some people think just because they cannot locate their spouse to serve them papers means they are stuck in the marriage. If you cannot serve your spouse then this could be bad because this can delay the process and could increase costs. The good news is that the court has a system of alternative service. You may go to the court and tell them that this … Read More
[Video] What You Should Know About The Division Of Assets In A Same-Sex Divorce
Same-sex marriage as it relates to the division of assets. When we allow a broader base to get married then there will be a broader base that will be getting divorced. So how do we handle the division of assets with respect to same-sex marriage, is it handled any differently? In most cases there really is no difference when it comes to the division of assets in a same-sex marriage. The court will look at fault factors and other elements to … Read More