Whether you inherited a family business that you want to keep in the family or you do not want your soon-to-be-ex-spouse to get any share of the entity you worked so hard to build up, it is important that you take steps sooner rather than later to protect your...
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How can you be a respectable co-parent?
Co-parenting is not for the faint of heart, especially if your ex does not willingly comply with court orders. However, your commitment to following the rules and putting your children's best interests first can help make the co-parenting experience as positive as...
Dear Professor Lex
I am involved in a case where an order was entered. The order was signed and approved by opposing counsel and me as to form and substance. Now opposing counsel has indicated to me that he is going to make a motion to set aside the order. Do you believe the order bars...
Will my child’s extracurriculars be covered by child support?
Through hard work and determination, you and your spouse have enjoyed a financially healthy marriage. Your children take part in a number of activities after school that cost a lot of time and money, but you are fortunate enough that you can afford it. Then it...
A practical approach to a high-asset, high-stakes divorce
Are you planning to divorce in the near future? Even if you have not yet filed, there are various things that you can do to prepare yourself for the process that lies ahead. It can be immensely useful to prepare well for a divorce, especially when there are high-value...
How will commingling assets affect property division outcomes?
As a wealthy individual, you likely enjoy the comfort you have obtained from amassing your fortune. Of course, reaching this point in your personal and financial life may have taken a considerable amount of time and independent work. As a result, you may wonder what...
Is the end of your marriage the end of your business?
A divorce is sure to impact almost every area of your life, including your professional life. This is particularly true if you are a small business owner in Michigan and you have concerns about how the end of your marriage will impact your business. Fortunately, a...
Controlling eagerness and emotions may help avoid divorce regret
The end of a marriage can be a complex process that is fraught with emotions and uncertainty. If you are facing divorce, you might have concerns about how it will impact your financial future, perhaps especially if you possess a considerable amount of wealth and...
Appropriate asset valuation and what that means for your divorce
When facing the prospect of a divorce, Michigan couples are naturally very concerned with their post-divorce financial stability. For divorces involving valuable assets or other high-stakes property, it is crucial to tread carefully when disclosing marital assets and...
Demand explanation if you suspect your spouse is hiding assets
You've worked long and hard to get where you are today. Perhaps you finally achieved the peace of mind that comes from knowing your future is reasonably financially secure. It's understandable that you don't want to let your upcoming divorce undermine your...
