Michigan Divorce

Two experienced attorneys share practical divorce tips, including planning ahead, hiring an attorney appropriately, and avoiding emotional attachment to assets.

This episode features an interview with Sylvia Fratelloni, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), discussing what the certification entails, the training process, and its importance in divorce proceedings for financial and legal outcomes.

Two attorneys interview a court officer about various sobriety testing methods used in family law cases involving addiction issues during parenting time and custody disputes.

Two attorneys explain how child support is calculated, what it covers, and how to collect it, focusing on income considerations and recent legal updates.

This episode discusses parenting time coordination with guest Ben Burgess, covering its role in high-conflict family law cases, specialized services offered, and historical context including Michigan statute changes.

This episode features attorneys Connie Thacker and Allison Slate interviewing a client, Jeff, and his wife Tracy about their experience with a parental alienation case, offering insights and advice from both legal and personal perspectives.

Two attorneys discuss the importance of business valuations in divorce proceedings, covering expert qualifications and their firm's specialized expertise in this area.

This episode discusses insurance considerations during divorce, focusing on health insurance coverage loss and planning for retirement before Medicare eligibility.

Two family law attorneys interview a business valuation expert to discuss her certifications and how they apply to legal cases involving business valuation issues.

Two attorneys discuss alternative dispute resolution methods like collaborative law, mediation, and arbitration to help listeners understand their options for avoiding high-conflict legal cases.

Two attorneys discuss whether fault matters in Michigan divorces, explaining that while Michigan is a no-fault state, fault can impact spousal support and property division claims.

Two attorneys explain the three most common methods of alternative dispute resolution—collaborative law, mediation, and arbitration—focusing on how collaborative divorce works with therapists, financial counselors, and attorneys to settle family law issues outside court.

Two attorneys discuss the validity, costs, and disclosure requirements of prenuptial agreements in Michigan, focusing on legal factors like full disclosure and fairness.

Two attorneys discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected divorce proceedings, including increased filings and changes to court operations like Zoom hearings.

Two attorneys discuss guardianships, covering scenarios like CPS involvement and parental death, explaining the legal process and its importance in family law.

This episode explains what post-nuptial agreements are, how they differ from pre-nuptial agreements, and their role in addressing financial and household issues during marriage to potentially strengthen the relationship.

Two family law attorneys discuss the Netflix film 'Marriage Story,' analyzing its portrayal of divorce, collaborative divorce, and litigation from a professional perspective.

Two experienced attorneys explain the differences between physical and legal custody, how courts determine parenting time arrangements in Michigan, and practical implications for parents going through divorce.

This episode discusses attorney-client privilege, the risks of using work email for legal communications, and a client story about signing agreements without full understanding in family law contexts.

This episode features an interview with forensic accountant Michelle Gallagher discussing hidden assets in divorce cases and the certifications required for forensic accounting work.

This episode features attorneys discussing what to do if contacted by Child Protective Services, including their experiences and advice on navigating CPS involvement in family law cases.

Two attorneys discuss alternative dispute resolution methods like collaborative law, mediation, and arbitration to help listeners understand their options for avoiding high-conflict legal cases.

This episode features an interview with Andrea Hipps, a licensed social worker and certified divorce coach, discussing her personal experience with divorce and her approach to helping others navigate the emotional and practical challenges of the process.

This episode features a client testimonial from Patty, who shares her personal experience going through divorce and the family court process, highlighting emotional challenges and practical insights.

Two attorneys interview a healthcare professional about managing stress during divorce, focusing on its physical effects and wellness strategies.

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Two attorneys discuss how to hire and select a divorce attorney effectively, emphasizing the importance of timely decisions to avoid costly mistakes like switching lawyers too late in the process.

Connie Thacker and Allison Sleight discuss spousal support in Michigan, covering factors like marriage length, income, and tax implications, while explaining modifiability, enforcement, and practical calculation methods.

Connie Thacker and Allison Sleight discuss common divorce questions, focusing on cost estimation and retainer fees, offering practical advice for clients navigating family law.

Connie Thacker and Allison Sleight discuss child support in Michigan, explaining how income is defined differently from tax returns, the formula used for calculations, and how factors like overnights and medical insurance impact payments.