Divorce
Are You Headed Toward Divorce?
Are you headed toward divorce? If so, you are not alone. According to the most recent statistics available, over half of all Michigan marriages end in divorce. Unfortunately, during the divorce process, individuals are faced with making some of the most crucial decisions of their lives at a time when they are emotionally vulnerable. The decisions you make now will affect your finances and your children, and can help facilitate your working relationship with your soon-to-be ex-spouse.
The West and Southwest Michigan divorce lawyers of McPhillips & McDowell, PLC, the Apple Street Law Office, are experienced in the areas family law and divorce, and we understand what you are going through during this difficult time in your life.
You Need a Legal Advocate to Protect Your Interests and Your Relationships During the Divorce Proceedings
McPhillips & McDowell, PLC, the Apple Street Law Office, we understand that while your marriage is ending, you will have ongoing contact with your spouse regarding your children, visitation, child support, and spousal support (“alimony”). During the divorce process, you need a legal advocate who understands the necessity of preserving a good working relationship with your spouse, and is committed to protecting your interests.
We Help You Understand Spousal Support and Alimony
Spousal support, also known as alimony, is basically a court-ordered allowance that one spouse pays to another. These payments can occur while you are separated, during the divorce proceeding, and after the divorce. It can be temporary, situation-dependent, or permanent. Spousal support is also known as spousal maintenance or temporary spousal maintenance.
If you are concerned about paying or receiving spousal support in relation to your separation or divorce,
contact us immediately for a consultation with one of our family law attorneys at McPhillips & McDowell, PLC.
No-Fault Divorce in Michigan – We Guide You Through the Process
Michigan is a no-fault divorce state, which means that neither party is required to prove “fault,” to show grounds for the divorce. However, fault can play a role in property division, custody, and parenting time matters. It is important to have the guidance of an experienced, Michigan divorce lawyer to assist you with the process. There are many issues related to the divorce proceedings such as:
- Spousal Support, Maintenance, and Alimony
- Child Support
- Child Custody
- Parenting Time (Visitation)
Even if a divorce is uncontested, it is important to have the divorce lawyers of McPhillips & McDowell, PLC, with you to protect your interests and those of your children during the divorce process. Also, if you have a relatively amicable, uncontested divorce, we can help you draft the order.
Our divorce attorneys are dedicated to helping you work toward your best divorce settlement while protecting your ongoing working relationship with your spouse.
Contact the West and Southwest Michigan divorce lawyers of McPhillips & McDowell, PLC, the Apple Street Law Office, for immediate assistance or answers to your questions.
