Michigan Divorce Attorney

  • How Divorce Affects Car Insurance in Oakland County

    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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  • Selling the House During Divorce in Oakland County, Michigan

    In Oakland County, Michigan, the division of marital property can be one of the more difficult parts of the divorce process, especially when it comes to selling the house.  If you’re going through a divorce and need to sell your Oakland County home in communities like Troy, Farmington Hills, Novi, Bloomfield Hills, and Waterford, or

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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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  • Should You File for Divorce First? 

    Strategic Considerations for Oakland County, Michigan While not everyone has the luxury of being the first to file, when you can be first, it can provide a few advantages in Oakland County courts. The Legal Framework in Michigan Michigan is a no-fault divorce state, meaning that there does not have to be any wrongdoing by

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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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  • Four Things to Think About When Preparing to File for Divorce in Oakland County

    Deciding to file for divorce is difficult and stressful. For both spouses, especially those with children or complex financial situations, the outcome can have long-lasting effects. Before filing with the family court, it’s important to prepare yourself so that you can navigate the divorce process effectively. There are four things that you should think about

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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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