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When a couple determines that it is time to end their marriage, they have two options. They can divide their assets while leaving the marriage intact with an action for separation, or they can end their marriage in divorce. In the state of Michigan, a couple can file for divorce, but there is no such thing as a legal separation.…
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The term “codependent” describes relationships in which one partner pours all of his or her efforts into meeting the other’s needs, particularly when the spouse receiving the effort is unable to meet them him- or herself due to mental illness, addiction, or harmful or criminal behavior. Codependency is not healthy. Codependency is not love. When you recognize that you are…
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When you are working through a divorce, you typically work with a lawyer. Your lawyer is your advocate in a variety of ways. His or her job is to protect your rights, promote your interests, and help you reach a favorable outcome with your divorce. What does this really mean? What does a divorce lawyers really do for his…
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Talking to your children about your divorce is never easy. If you have young children, it is natural to worry about how your custody arrangement will impact your relationship with them and how they will process the change in your family. If you have adult children, your concerns might veer more into the territory of worrying about their reactions and…
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For many couples, divorce mediation is an attractive alternative to divorce litigation. With mediation, divorce does not have to be a contentious process. In fact, mediation is specifically designed to be a non-contentious, goal-oriented way to end a marriage. If you are considering filing for divorce, take some time to consider whether mediation is a good choice for you and…
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We live in a social media age. Nearly every aspect of our lives has been touched by social media, including our divorces. If you are working through a divorce, keep the following social media tips in mind: Adjust Your Privacy Settings If you have never adjusted your accounts’ privacy settings before, now is the time to do it. Avoid miscommunication…
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