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Identifying Emotional Triggers After Divorce

After the dust of your divorce settles, learning to find your “new normal” can take a bit of time and work—but that’s completely normal. One of the biggest obstacles you’ll notice is learning to deal with any new emotional triggers as you begin dating or entering a new relationship. These are often a direct result of the lasting impression your ex may have left on your emotions, and coming to terms with them is going to be essential for a … Read More →

Should You Date During a Divorce?

When you decide your marriage is over, it can feel like a tremendous weigh has been lifted off of your shoulders. Suddenly, you look to the future and don’t feel like you’re behind held back—you know that you’re doing what’s best for yourself and your family. However, while you may think that you’re ready to go full steam ahead and pursue a new relationship, it’s important to weigh a few things before you do. Getting into a new relationship is … Read More →

Rebuilding Yourself Financially After Divorce

With divorce comes many changes—especially those that may affect your finances. Some people find the need to rebuild completely after divorce—purchasing a new home and essentially starting over. If you need to rebuild following a divorce or family law matter, we’re here for you. Here are a few ways you can use finances to improve yourself following your legal troubles. 1. Create a new budget. Now that you’re single, it’s important to create a budget that fits your new life … Read More →

What You Should Ask Your Family Law Attorney Before Hiring Them

Whether you’re going through a divorce in Michigan, child custody case or have another family law matter pending, it’s important to select an experienced family lawyer who can help get the results you’re looking for while standing by your side and fighting for your rights. Before you hire a Michigan divorce attorney, you should know how to decide if they’re right for you. We’ve compiled a few helpful questions that you may want to consider asking before any paperwork is … Read More →

How To Help Your Child Deal With Your Divorce

Entering into a divorce is enough stress as it is—but when children are involved, you’re dealing with a whole other set of problems that can arise—especially those that can be emotionally based and difficult to help them understand. We’ve helped thousands of people just like yourself manage divorce with children, and we wanted to offer a few tips to help your child deal with the separation of their parents. Here’s what you can do. 1. Make sure they feel loved … Read More →

The Top 3 Mistakes People Make During a Child Custody Battle

Sometimes, divorce can turn ugly—especially when children are involved. If this sounds familiar to your situation, it’s important to remain calm, cool and collected, trying your best not to stoop to your exes’ level of petty. We’ve compiled a list of the top mistakes some couples make during a child custody battle, so that you can better avoid them. 1. Going against the temporary court order. Sometimes, when a divorce happens, figuring out a custody arrangement for the children comes … Read More →

5 Grounds for Getting an Annulment in Michigan

Before filing for a divorce, some married couples wonder if they instead should get an annulment. At our law firm, we’ve helped clients just like yourself figure out which option is right for you. Here are five grounds you should consider when it comes to an annulment in Michigan. 1. Force or fraud. If either you or your spouse entered the marriage forcefully or in a fraudulent way, this is typically enough to grant an annulment in the state of … Read More →

How to Handle False Accusations in Court – ChooseGoldman

When you’re dealing with a vindictive or desperate partner, it can be frightening to go up against them in a divorce or child custody case not knowing what they may throw your way—especially when the information isn’t always true. It’s important, however, to handle yourself in a calm and collected manner. Here are a few tips to follow if you think you may find yourself in a similar situation. 1. Keep excellent records. If someone is going to make false … Read More →

Social Media Do’s and Don’ts During Divorce – ChooseGoldman

We live in a day and age where social media use runs rampant—you may have even stumbled upon this blog after seeing it posted on our Facebook! While social media was designed to be friendly and positive, there are instances where poor social media use can lead to severe problems that can follow you for years. If you’re on social media and going through a divorce or child custody legal problem, it’s important to follow these do’s and don’ts to … Read More →