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Residency requirements for divorce in Michigan?

Henry's answer | Answered on October 27, 2012

Hi, If he was on a temporary job assignment and never gave up his residency he would still be a Michigan resident. Also, are you a Michigan...

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My boyfriend has warrants and wants to get a divorce how can we do it and him not go to jail?

Henry's answer | Answered on October 26, 2012

Hi, Your boyfriend needs to talk to a lawyer at once. Your question does not give enough information to really answer it so the key is for your...

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Split equity of home in buy out, but now ex claims he is only going to give me a percentage of the equity?

Henry's answer | Answered on October 25, 2012

Hi, The judgment should be followed. You are entitled to 1/2 of the equity in the home if that is what the judgment states. If there are...

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Been divorced for 11 years. Have always carried health insurance for the kids. Last year my ex. approached me (see below).

Henry's answer | Answered on October 24, 2012

For some reason this question has no way to answer it. Please let me know what the problem is. Thank you, Henry Gornbein...

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Can I continue my divorce trial on my own?

Henry's answer | Answered on October 24, 2012

You have the legal right to appear on your own and finish the trial. I do not recommend it because you do not know the legal system. I urge you...

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Legal Separation in Michigan????

Henry's answer | Answered on October 23, 2012

Hi, Unless a divorce action or an action is filed for separate maintenance neither spouse can be forced to leave the marital home. If your...

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What does registering a judgement in my home state do?

Henry's answer | Answered on October 21, 2012

Hi, You would register the judgment in the county where you reside if you are going to file an action here in Michigan. The key issue is whether...

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If I divorce my husband and I have a savings account in my name only, can he get his hands on it?

Henry's answer | Answered on October 21, 2012

Hi, The answer depends upon whether these funds were acquired during or before the marriage. In addition if they were as the result of a gift or...

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Post divorce custody of our 10 year old son

Henry's answer | Answered on October 21, 2012

Hi, These facts would all impact upon custody, especially if your son is being impacted at all. You need to consult with a specialist in divorce...

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I divorced in 2004 in Michigan. I discovered my ex taken out a revolving line of credit for 20,000. He put my home as the lien.

Henry's answer | Answered on October 20, 2012

Hi, Talk to an attorney in your area. The problem is that if your former husband does not pay the bank will go after you. You may have to take...

Henry S. Gornbein's Answers (2461)

Residency requirements for divorce in Michigan?

My boyfriend has warrants and wants to get a divorce how can we do it and him not go to jail?

Split equity of home in buy out, but now ex claims he is only going to give me a percentage of the equity?

Been divorced for 11 years. Have always carried health insurance for the kids. Last year my ex. approached me (see below).

Can I continue my divorce trial on my own?

Legal Separation in Michigan????

What does registering a judgement in my home state do?

If I divorce my husband and I have a savings account in my name only, can he get his hands on it?

Post divorce custody of our 10 year old son

I divorced in 2004 in Michigan. I discovered my ex taken out a revolving line of credit for 20,000. He put my home as the lien.