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Are There Taxes When Dividing A 401(k) In A Divorce In Michigan?

Posted by Cameron Goulding | Apr 16, 2025 | 0 Comments

Property division is one key aspect of virtually every divorce.  This includes all types of property, from personal property like jewelry, to real estate to retirement accounts.  This blog is written to very generally address the issue of taxes with regards to division of 401(k) plans/accounts, if you have questions regarding your retirement assets and divorce or separation, please do not hesitate to contact us to schedule a consultation by clicking on this link or calling (248) 608-4123.

What Happens To Jewelry, Gold And Other Personal Property In A Divorce In Michigan?

Posted by Cameron Goulding | Apr 08, 2025 | 0 Comments

One aspect of divorce that seems to have become more prevalent in recent years, is the division of personal property such as family jewelry, gold or other personal property like photographic equipment or sports equipment.  This blog is written to very generally address what happens to personal property in a divorce or separation in Michigan, if you have specific questions about your own personal situation, please do not hesitate to contact us to schedule a consultation by clicking on this link or calling (248) 608-4123.

When I File For Divorce In Michigan, Do We File Separate Tax Returns?

Posted by Cameron Goulding | Apr 02, 2025 | 0 Comments

This time of year everyone is getting ready to file their taxes which is never a fun time for anyone.  If you are considering a divorce, you might be wondering whether filing before or after April 15 will have any effect on your tax filing status.  This blog is written to very broadly address the issue of how starting a divorce case in Michigan may impact your tax filing status.

If I Am Transitioning Gender And Want To File For Divorce In Michigan, Is There Anything Special I Should Know?

Posted by Cameron Goulding | Feb 27, 2025 | 0 Comments

If you are married and transitioning gender it can unfortunately lead to the breakdown of your marriage.  I have worked with many people in the LGBTQ+ community over the years and understand that this is a difficult reality one has to face.  This blog is written to very generally address the question of how the courts in Michigan; specifically, Oakland, Macomb and Wayne Counties, will handle a divorce case if one of the parties to the divorce is transitioning gender. 

Should I Wait to File For Divorce Until After Christmas ?

Posted by Cameron Goulding | Dec 19, 2024 | 0 Comments

The thought of going through another holiday season with your spouse or their family may make you consider filing for divorce.  This blog generally addresses the issue of whether to wait to file a Complaint For Divorce until after Christmas. If you have specific questions, please click on this link to schedule a consultation.

Are Day Care Expenses Included In Child Support In Michigan?

Posted by Cameron Goulding | Dec 06, 2024 | 0 Comments

If you have children and you are considering divorce or separation; custody, parenting time and child support are likely your primary concerns going into the potential divorce or separation.  Child support is based upon a formula but that begs the question of what is included in the formula. The following blog is written to broadly address whether day care expenses are included in the Michigan Child Support Formula and how that impacts child support.

Are Bonuses Part Of Alimony?

Posted by Cameron Goulding | Oct 28, 2024 | 0 Comments

One of the most difficult aspects to handle in a divorce case is the issue of alimony or "spousal support" as it is called in Michigan.  Alimony is still alive and well in Michigan and if you are the person that is faced with paying alimony, it almost always seems like you are paying too much to someone after you are no longer with them, and if you are the potential recipient of the alimony it often seems like it is not enough to reimburse you for the sacrifices you made for the family and to help you continue to maintain the same standard of living as your ex-spouse.  This blog written to generally address the specific issue of whether bonus income is included when it comes to paying spousal support in Michigan.

Are Bonuses Included In Child Support In Michigan?

Posted by Cameron Goulding | Oct 22, 2024 | 0 Comments

There are so many different issues that have to be considered when contemplating divorce or separation at every level of a person's life.  If you have children then one of the most important issues will be custody, parenting time and child support.  Child support in Michigan is determined by a fo...

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