Does being in mediation instead of in front of a judge look worse?

In Michigan most divorce cases go through mediation. Mediation works and settles most divorce cases without the need for trial. It is very...

I am planning on divorcing my husband of five years we do not have children together and have no marital assets together.

Hi, I urge you to contact an attorney at once. With that much money involved you must have your own attorney as well as an accountant for tax...

If my soon to be ex husband has a trust fund and he put money in it while we were married do I need to tell my lawyer about it?

Absolutely. You should definitely tell your lawyer about this. Henry Gornbein

Hi The key is the terms of your judgment. If this is clearly spelled out as an obligation in your divorce judgment then you can take him back to...

Going through a divorce. Husband is starting to nit-pick about everything. Please help.

Hi, That should not be an issue. Depositing the refund into your joint checking account is perfectly appropriate before a divorce. I urge you...

If husband refused to help pay for our home and related expenses during the marriage, can that he used against him in a divorce?

Hi, Your husband is being totally unreasonable. I urge you to contact an attorney in your area for specific advice and information. Good luck to...

My ex-girlfriend (never married) and I are selling our home which we bought in December, 2011. Who is entitled to what?

Hi, You are entitled to part of the next proceeds. I suggest that you and your former girlfriend go to a mediator to work out any issues as to...

My husband and I have been legally separated for 2 years. What do I need to do in order to proceed with getting a divorce?

Hi, You need to file a complaint for divorce and then get a set of the divorce papers to your husband. If everything is agreed to the minimum...

I pay the maximum child support, can my wife still get alimony?

Hi, It is impossible to answer your question without more information. Of importance is the income of both you and your wife, how much time you...

Can the 60 day waiting time be waived in an uncontested divorce

No it cannot. That is a statutory minimum in Michigan. Henry Gornbein