Divorce while other party is in jail

Hi, As long as you live in Michigan and have been here for at least 180 days you can file for divorce in Michigan. Your husband will have to be...

Can a temporary relief hearing happen if I haven't been served?

Hi, I urge you to contact an attorney at once to find out your rights. You must be served with the papers before they can do anything in court. ...

How do I introduce a pregnancy into a divorce that's already filed but not finalized husband is not the father?

Hi, I urge you to talk to an attorney because these can be tricky issues. Both children, your son and your unborn child will clearly have to be...

Separated for over a year but not divorced. Shoud we file separately?

Hi, The answer to your question is that you talk to a cpa or other person who knows accounting and income taxes. Every situation is different and...

Just found out 14 montes after divorce ex said he has a pension he did not disclose. Said he was vested yet with major company

Hi Urge you to talk to an attorney at once and see about filing a motion to reopen the divorce judgment based upon his failure to disclose the...

Is it appropriate for the opposing lawyer to phone the other lawyer's client?

Hi, That is totally inappropriate. All communication is to be through lawyers when both parties are represented in a divorce. Good luck to...

What happens now?

Hi, You need to talk to an attorney at once for advice and information. AVVO is a good place to look up and review attorneys. Word of mouth can...

What form do I need to file a Motion to Waive Filing Fees in a divorce case in Michigan?

Hi, If you are indigent you will need to file a form for waiver of filing fees. Go onto the site which is SCAO for the forms. Good luck to...

When filing documents in a divorce case I understand I need 2 copies for the Court and 1 each for myself and defendant. Correct?

Hi, If there are minor children you will also need a copy for the friend of the court. You can always check with the clerks office where you will...

Hi, I urge you to talk to an attorney because more information is needed to fully answer your question. The terms of the separate maintenance...