Help For Oakland County Families

  • Who Gets the Dog? Navigating Pet Custody in an Oakland County Divorce

    With divorcing couples in and around Oakland County, Michigan, issues like child custody, spousal support, and property division are often the most focused on. However, another emotionally charged issue can emerge: who keeps the pet? Whether it’s a golden retriever in Bloomfield Township or a tabby cat in Troy, pets are family. For a Michigan…

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  • Michigan Divorce Law: What If Your Spouse Refuses to Transfer Property as Ordered?

    By Attorney Brandy Thompson Dividing property during a divorce can be challenging, especially when a spouse refuses to transfer property as required by a court order. For residents of Oakland County, Michigan, there are strong legal protections available to enforce property settlements. These same enforcement tools also apply in divorce cases filed in Livingston County…

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  • Attorney Charles Kronzek discusses Understanding Post-Nuptial Agreements in Oakland County, Michigan: Protecting Your Assets After “I Do.”  

    There are two important legal tools available to Michigan couples in cities like Troy, Farmington Hills, Rochester Hills, or Southfield who want to protect their separate finances and assets in marriage. Most people think of Pre-nuptial agreements. However, couples can also create a post-nuptial agreement in limited circumstances. Unlike a pre-nuptial agreement, which is created…

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  • You Can’t Unsend That Message: Digital Conflict and Divorce in Oakland County

    In today’s hyper-connected world, communication is instantaneous, but often impulsive. In Oakland County, Michigan, families and individuals find themselves locked in legal conflict fueled by the very tools meant to connect us. Digital communication frequently worsens high-conflict divorce and custody cases. Texts, emails, and even social media posts often escalate misunderstandings into full-blown legal disputes.…

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  • Which Approach Works Best for Your Family? 

    Co-parenting versus Parallel parenting? Serving Families Across Oakland County, Macomb County, and Livingston County – Including Troy, Rochester Hills, Farmington Hills, Novi, Howell, Brighton, and Bloomfield.  Navigating custody and parenting time after a divorce or separation can be a challenging process. In Michigan, the best interests of the child are prioritized when determining custody and…

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  • Navigating Divorce: Don’t Overlook These Assets

    With more than 30 years’ experience handling Michigan divorce cases, sometimes we think we’ve seen it all—the division of houses, cars, and the obvious big-ticket items. However, what often catches our clients off guard are the easily overlooked assets in a divorce. Here, we’ll explore some of these hidden treasures and why they matter in…

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  • Navigating Divorce Mediation in Michigan:Words to Avoid for a Smoother Process

    The divorce attorneys here at The Kronzek Firm have helpedthousands of clients over the past few decades. Here, we’re delvinginto some common statements that can hinder progress andexacerbate conflicts during the divorce mediation process here inOakland County and all of Metro Detroit. Communication is key indivorce mediation, and steering clear of certain phrases cansignificantly contribute…

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  • How Narcissism Complicates The Divorce Process

    By now you’ve probably encountered the term “narcissist”, and likely know what it means. You might even know someone who falls into that category (although we certainly hope for your sake that the person you know isn’t your spouse!) As you can imagine, marriage to a narcissist is no cake walk. But divorcing one is…

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