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How To Piece Life After Divorce Together

An interesting question is how one might rebuild a life after divorce. Because, as you may be aware, during a divorce, a person may have a support network in the form of friends and family. To some extent, the court and the lawyers involved. Individuals who are involved in your life right now. All that can be gone. Once the divorce judgment has been recorded. After the exchange of assets and liabilities has been completed. Once that case is finished, … Read More

Should I Leave if I’m a Domestic Violence Victim

Family law is the area of expertise for Goldman & Associates. We are not just focused on divorce. We prefer to refer to ourselves as Michigan family lawyers rather than divorce or custody attorneys. We handle problems that arise in your household. Domestic violence is regrettably one of them in our society. It is frequently brought up. Alcoholism or rage problems are the fuel for it. There are instances of domestic violence occasionally. Victims of domestic violence often ask, “Should … Read More

Tips for Parenting Time Plan

Parenting time plan tips. Either you’re divorcing your spouse or you’ve already done so. You are a parent. You have a custody dispute. You must now choose how you will develop a common strategy. A schedule that allows you to share parenting time with your child. Although it appears simple, it’s not. You’re referring to individuals who, in a vacuum, might create the ideal schedule for parenting time. We don’t live in a vacuum. Parenting time has a human element. … Read More

Can A Prenup in Michigan Be Invalidated

Prenuptial agreements are recognized by Michigan courts. Contrary to popular belief, prenuptial agreements in Michigan are not necessarily unbreakable. The court will make a determination that a prenup is unjust or inequitable. It will decide to declare the agreement invalid. The court can declare a premarital agreement illegal or unenforceable. To do that the court would want to see if both parties voluntarily agreed to the arrangement. Whether the contract was fair and equitable when it was signed. They would … Read More

Withdrawing Divorce Petition After Serving Papers: What Now?

Process servers and second-guessing. You and your spouse have this terrible disagreement, so you filed a divorce lawsuit against your spouse. It has been building for a while now. You’re aware of how horrible it’s been. You made the decision to finally retain legal counsel. The papers were written by your attorney. Papers were submitted by your attorney. Give process servers control of them. These documents were given to your spouse by the process server after he knocked on the … Read More

What are the Effects of a DUI on Child Custody Rights

Family law has several facets. A lot of people connect divorce and family law. Family law encompasses a wider range of issues than divorce law.  Family law has long been a primary area of attention for Goldman and Associates Law Firm. It’s the body of laws that affects things other than divorce. Many people believe that a DUI will always have a negative influence on custody.  They might think you can’t take your children because your spouse won’t let you … Read More

How to Handle An Ex Blocking Communication With Kids

We live in a very technologically evolved world. Both good and bad aspects can be found in it. Many changes have been made to our phones. Back then, we got by without technology, but now we are totally reliant on it. When you try to call your child and it is blocked, it is unnerving. You are now counting on the other person (the co-parent) to call you. My ex blocks communication with kids. Click here to watch the video … Read More

Prenuptial Agreement: Ex Wants It All Despite Prenup, What to Do?

A prenuptial agreement.  A document that defines what is marital property and what is separate property. You have properties you gathered before getting married. The goal is to keep them. You do not want your assets to be included in the marital estate. That is how a prenup works. Many people lament having a prenuptial agreement and a divorce settlement. Now that you know, you can split anything. My ex still wants it all despite the prenup. Click here to … Read More

Divorce Asset Division: Am I Entitled to Ex’s Home and Cars

Like a house, a car has a title. You have something you had before getting married. You treasured it for a long time. You own it, after all. It is titled in your name. There is a divorce in the future. Your partner wants to get it. Your spouse is wondering about divorce asset division, “Am I entitled to my Ex’s home and cars?” Click here to watch the video on Am I Entitled to Ex’s Home and Cars Do … Read More

Parental Alienation: How To Deal With Ex-In-Laws Badmouthing Me To Kids

You can have someone calling the other parent names. Tolerating and coping with the circumstances can be quite challenging. What should one do? People may start disparaging other people after a breakup. Is there anything you can do about it? You can definitely do something about it. Should you take any action in response to this? That is a separate question. You’re dealing with parental alienation when your ex-in-laws are badmouthing you to your children. Click here to watch the … Read More