S10 Ep42: What If My Spouse Owns Property in Another State or Country?

S10 Ep64: What Should You Know About Child Custody In Divorce?

#ChooseGoldman Proactively addressing child custody in divorce requires detailed planning for parenting schedules, defining custody options, managing holidays and school breaks, and aligning co-parenting expectations to prevent disputes. It's vital to get ahead of these sensitive issues to avoid bigger conflicts. • Proactively prepare specific, detailed parenting schedules, including daily routines and weekend rotations. • Clearly define core custody options, such as shared physical custody, primary custody with parenting time, and various schedule matrices. • Develop plans for managing holidays and special events like summer vacations, Christmas, and New Year's. • Establish clear arrangements for school logistics, academic breaks, and childcare during parent working hours. • Address co-parenting expectations to achieve a structured compromise or understand specific disagreements in advance. Download Divorce & Custody Survival Guide. Click here: https://akivagoldman.com/free-legal-ebook/ Schedule Your Complimentary Phone Consultation: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=17105687&appointmentType=18529428 For additional information, watch this video: https://youtu.be/2oJmzlgu_Fs Learn more in our blog: https://akivagoldman.com/blog/child-custody/what-should-you-know-about-child-custody-in-divorce For more information: https://akivagoldman.com/michigan-child-custody-lawyer/michigan-child-custody-divorces Visit us at https://akivagoldman.com/ #Goldmanandassociateslawfirm #ChooseGoldman #ChooseGoldmanLaw #ChildCustody #DivorceLaw #ParentingPlan #FamilyLaw #MichiganDivorce #CoParenting #LegalAdvice

S10 Ep63: Have You Identified Every Asset You Own?

#ChooseGoldman When preparing for divorce, it's crucial to identify and list every asset you own, as many commonly overlooked accounts and properties are vital for proper division. Proactively gathering documentation for all financial holdings and real estate will ensure your lawyer has the necessary information to proceed safely. • Formally identify checking accounts, even if funds are constantly moving in and out. • Proactively gather information on savings accounts, which often stockpile cash. • Include brokerage accounts like Charles Schwab or Fidelity, holding active investment money. • Compile documents for all retirement accounts, including IRAs, 401(k)s, and pension plans. • Assess all real estate holdings, from primary homes to vacation properties and fractional interests. Download Divorce & Custody Survival Guide. Click here: https://akivagoldman.com/free-legal-ebook/ Schedule Your Complimentary Phone Consultation: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=17105687&appointmentType=18529428 For additional information, watch this video: https://youtu.be/7dQnR2PzLp0 Learn more in our blog: https://akivagoldman.com/blog/family-law/have-you-identified-every-asset-you-own For more information: https://akivagoldman.com/michigan-family-law-attorney Visit us at https://akivagoldman.com/ #Goldmanandassociateslawfirm #ChooseGoldman #ChooseGoldmanLaw #DivorceAssets #FinancialDisclosure #MaritalAssets #DivorcePlanning #AssetDivision #FamilyLawMichigan

S10 Ep62: What Financial Documents Should You Gather Before Divorce?

#ChooseGoldman Proactively gathering financial documents is crucial when preparing for a divorce case. Essential documents such as tax returns, pay stubs, bank statements, brokerage accounts, and retirement accounts are vital for accurately assessing the financial situation of both parties. • Gather tax returns for the last 3 to 5 years to reflect true incomes. • Collect current pay stubs to show accurate, up-to-date earnings. • Obtain bank statements to track money coming in and going out of the household. • Compile statements for brokerage accounts like Charles Schwab or Fidelity to track investments. • Collect information on all retirement accounts, including pensions, IRAs, and 401(k)s, as these are significant assets. Download Divorce & Custody Survival Guide. Click here: https://akivagoldman.com/free-legal-ebook/ Schedule Your Complimentary Phone Consultation: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=17105687&appointmentType=18529428 For additional information, watch this video: https://youtu.be/yO5nKHDclbA Learn more in our blog: https://akivagoldman.com/blog/divorce/what-financial-documents-should-you-gather-before-divorce For more information: https://akivagoldman.com/michigan-divorce-lawyer Visit us at https://akivagoldman.com/ #Goldmanandassociateslawfirm #ChooseGoldman #ChooseGoldmanLaw #DivorcePrep #FinancialDocuments #DivorceAdvice #MichiganDivorce #AssetDivision #RetirementAccounts #TaxReturns

S10 Ep61: Top 10 Things To Proactively Prepare For Before A Divorce Case

#ChooseGoldman Taking proactive steps before a divorce begins is essential for safeguarding your family's future. Attorney Akiva Goldman explains that Michigan courts require clear data regarding your marital assets, outstanding debts, and structural childcare plans to establish fair final arrangements. • Compiling vital financial records early, like bank statements and tax documents, streamlines the legal process and saves valuable time. • Documenting all physical assets, secret property, and complex retirement funds avoids major ownership disputes later on. • Formulating a complete breakdown of joint liabilities and marital credit lines protects your long-term score from sudden damage. • Designing a detailed childcare, support, and holiday plan in advance prevents unnecessary custody fights when negotiating. • Outlining your precise final goals keeps you focused on building a healthy post-divorce relationship instead of exhausting your energy on reactive conflict. Download Divorce & Custody Survival Guide. Click here: https://akivagoldman.com/free-legal-ebook/ Schedule Your Complimentary Phone Consultation: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=17105687&appointmentType=18529428 📞 (248) 590-6600 Call/Text Click here to watch the video: https://youtu.be/IYwH8pofkPY For more information: https://akivagoldman.com/michigan-divorce-lawyer Learn more in our blog: https://akivagoldman.com/blog/divorce/top-10-things-to-proactively-prepare-for-before-a-divorce-case Visit us at ChooseGoldman.com #Goldmanandassociateslawfirm #ChooseGoldman #ChooseGoldmanLaw #MichiganDivorceAttorneys #MichiganFamilyLaw #DivorceFilingAttorneysMichigan #MichiganChildCustodyAttorneys

S10 Ep60: Can My Spouse Force Me to Sell a House I Inherited If We Lived in It Together?

#ChooseGoldman Inherited real estate can become a complex issue in divorce, especially when a couple has lived in the home together. This video explains how an inherited property, initially separate, can become a marital asset through commingling and the implications for its division. • Inherited homes can become a messy issue in divorce proceedings. • Separate inherited property can transform into a marital asset through "commingling." • Refinancing an inherited home and putting both names on the title can legally gift it to the marriage. • Spending marital assets on significant renovations to an inherited home also commingles it. • To protect an inherited home, keep it entirely separate, avoid commingling, or consider selling it within estate administration and keeping the cash separate. Download Divorce & Custody Survival Guide. Click here: https://akivagoldman.com/free-legal-ebook/ Schedule Your Complimentary Phone Consultation: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=17105687&appointmentType=18529428 For additional information, watch this video: https://youtu.be/_z8rFsEUJjg Learn more in our blog: https://akivagoldman.com/blog/divorce/can-my-spouse-force-me-to-sell-a-house-i-inherited-if-we-lived-in-it-together For more information: https://akivagoldman.com/michigan-divorce-lawyer Visit us at https://akivagoldman.com/ #Goldmanandassociateslawfirm #ChooseGoldman #ChooseGoldmanLaw #DivorceLaw #FamilyLaw #InheritedProperty #MaritalAssets #PropertyDivision #LegalAdvice #MichiganDivorce