Looking to divorce wife of just under 2 years. Home was purchased by cash by my father prior to marriage only his name and mine

Hi, It sounds like you are entitled to the home as it is premarital. The fact that you have been living together is not the key. The key is the...

Can my spouse recieve half of my veteran disabilty back pay award amount during a divorce if it was awarded prior to divorce?

Hi, You need to talk to an attorney at once. The key issue is whether your benefit is based upon disability that was earned during your...

I live in Bay City, Michigan and will be separating from my partner. We have 2 children together 2 houses and credit card bills,

Hi, You need to talk to a family law attorney in your area to find out what your rights are. Since you are not married the key may be a suit...

I need information about spousal support. I live in Michigan, I have been unhappily married for 26 years.

Hi, Spousal support is based upon many factors including the length of your marriage, your age, health, the income levels of you and your husband...

Can I file for divorce and not be in the state I am filing?

You have to meet state residency requirements wherever the divorce is filed. For example in Michigan you have to be a resident of the state for...

Can he make me pay 1/2 of transportation?

Hi, That is a tough question. If you are disabled and within the 100 mile range then you should not be responsible for 1/2 of the costs of...

When does the money get divided in a divorce and if I have been served what can I do legally with the money I make going forward

Hi, Do not start moving or transfering your money. Talk to a good attorney for advice and information. Do not touch your 401K. These assets are...

Is equity taxable?

Hi, The property payments are not taxable. The alimony would be. Have it structured as property payments and then add a clause saying that it...

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I forgot to turn in my papers that proved that I served my husband for divorce in michigan. we do have a child so the waiting pe

Hi, File the papers at once. The key is whether or not the divorce has gone done for lack of filing the proof of service. Check with the court to...

Fault in a divorce

Hi, The key issue is not fault. The key issue regarding custody is what is in the best interests of your son. Talk to an attorney for more...