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Divorce Property Division

  • Default Divorce in Oakland County, Michigan

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    Brandy Thompson

    In and around Oakland County, Michigan, divorce cases follow specific procedural rules under Michigan law. These are mainly contained in the Michigan Court Rules, which can be found here:  https://www.courts.michigan.gov/rules-administrative-orders-and-jury-instructions/current-rules-and-jury-instructions/michigan-court-rules/ While divorces usually involve both spouses, some cases involve one spouse refusing to respond or being unable to be found. In these situations, the case…

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  • Steps to Prepare for a Divorce in Oakland County

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    Brandy Thompson

    Deciding to pursue a divorce is a significant decision. Once that decision has been made, thoughtful preparation can help you approach the process with greater organization and clarity. Taking time to gather information, secure important accounts, and understand your financial circumstances can put you in a better position as your case moves forward. Eight Important…

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  • How is Equity Divided After One Spouse Moves Out

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    Charles Kronzek

    By Charles M. Kronzek What Happens to the House in an Oakland County Divorce? The marital home tends to generate more conflict in a Michigan divorce than almost any other asset. That’s true whether the couple owns a home in Milford, Troy, Bloomfield Hills, Novi, Farmington, Birmingham, or another city here in Oakland County. For many…

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  • What You Can Do to Help Your Divorce Attorney in Oakland County

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    Charles Kronzek

    Hiring a divorce attorney is one of the most important decisions you’ll make during your divorce. However, retaining counsel is only the first step; how you work with your attorney can make a major difference in how smoothly and efficiently your case proceeds. In Michigan, divorce involves both legal and procedural requirements under Michigan law,…

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  • Can I Still Get Divorced If My Spouse Refuses to Participate in The Case Here In Oakland County, Michigan?

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    Charles Kronzek

    Oakland County Guide for Residents of Troy, Novi, Royal Oak, Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Birmingham, and Surrounding Communities In Michigan, divorce does not require both spouses to cooperate. In fact, many divorces filed in Oakland County, including in cities such as Bloomfield Hills, Southfield, Rochester, Pontiac, Troy, Farmington, and Novi, move forward even when one spouse…

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  • How to Help Your Divorce Attorney in Oakland County, Michigan: A Practical Guide for Clients in Troy, Farmington Hills, Novi, Bloomfield Hills, and Beyond

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    Charles Kronzek

    Divorce in Oakland County can be emotionally draining, time-consuming, and legally complex. Whether your case is in the Oakland County Circuit Court in Pontiac or you live in nearby cities like Troy, Birmingham, Farmington Hills, Rochester Hills, Waterford, Clarkston, Royal Oak, or Novi, one thing is universally true: you can dramatically improve your case—and save…

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  • Establish Paternity in Oakland County

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    Charles Kronzek

    Establishing paternity is one of the most important legal steps for unmarried parents in Michigan. Whether you are a mother seeking child support or a father trying to establish custody or parenting time, understanding your rights under Michigan paternity law is crucial. In Oakland County, home to cities like Troy, Royal Oak, Farmington Hills, Farmington,…

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  • Divorce Involving a Business in Oakland County, Michigan (Part 2)

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    Brandy Thompson

    As we discussed in our previous blog post, Michigan law treats businesses as marital property when they were formed or grew in value during the marriage. Therefore, making an accurate valuation of the business and strategic planning is essential to getting a fair settlement in your divorce case. Here, we are going to discuss the…

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  • How Divorce Affects Car Insurance in Oakland County

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    Charles Kronzek

    Here in Oakland County, Michigan, people going through a divorce usually focus on big issues like child custody, dividing assets, or who gets the house. Frankly, those are the issues that we divorce attorneys usually look at first. An issue less focused on but still important is car insurance. More often than not, auto insurance…

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