Any property you obtained during your marriage becomes marital property under the law. When you divorce, you must divide that property in an equitable manner. If you are unable to do so, the court will do it for you. To protect your best interests, at The Kizer Law...
After childcare, decisions about who gets the house usually the most contentious conversations during divorce. The longer you live with your spouse under the same roof, the more likely each of you is to feel you deserve to continue living there. As a result, deciding...
A drunk driving conviction can occur very easily even if you feel like you did not have much to drink. The legal limit of .08% BAC is quite low. For many people, this does not equal much alcohol you have to consume to be illegal to drive. According to the University...
The financial impact of divorce creates an immediate need for you to reassess your future and begin planning right away. Court-ordered child support or alimony payments may create a new dynamic that you need to factor into your financial planning. Alimony provides...
Michigan parents like you have a rough road ahead after divorce. No matter how the divorce itself goes, adjusting to co-parenting in the aftermath is a journey in and of itself. The hurdles only grow when you add anger, jealousy, fear and other negative emotions to...
Whether you have been together for years or decades, separating financial assets and personal property during divorce can be a major challenge, both logistically and emotionally. Understanding how Michigan law treats property division may help you better prepare for...
Custody issues can become contentious during the holiday season. While you want to spend time with your kids, you must also allow your ex-spouse to share time with them as well. Then there are logistics issues, which can be difficult to decide when you and your former...
Collaborative and mediated divorce are very popular for a multitude of reasons. In many cases, collaborative or mediated divorce can potentially save you a lot of money. However, it is important to know when to try and negotiate and when to take your divorce to trial....
In Michigan, a person who is convicted of multiple operating while intoxicated offenses may lose his or her right to drive. Depending on the situation, the person may receive approval to reinstate driving privileges via a restricted driver's license. One condition of...
If you are planning your divorce, your attorney will provide you with valuable legal assistance. However, having legal representation might not be enough. Dividing up marital property is a crucial part of just about any divorce. Sometimes when couples own many assets...