The process of going through a divorce can be especially stressful and emotional, and having to handle your own negotiations and communications with the other side can take a huge emotional toll on you. By trying to handle matters yourself, you also put yourself at risk of obtaining a less favorable outcome than is possible in your case.
A Troy, MI divorce attorney can provide significant value in your case by taking over communications and negotiations on your behalf, removing the stress from your day-to-day life, and allowing you to rest assured that your attorney will achieve the best possible outcome in your case. Read on to learn more about the divorce process and how one of the experienced divorce attorneys from Robbins and Licavoli can help in your situation.
To process your divorce in the state of Michigan, you must file the relevant petition for a dissolution of marriage with the proper court. If your spouse filed the petition first, you will need to file a response to them in a timely manner. All of this should be done with the help of an attorney to ensure that all your bases are covered, and everything is completed accurately.
Having a Troy, MI divorce attorney on your side as soon as possible will ensure that your forms are completely and accurately filled out and filed with all the necessary supporting evidence. Your divorce attorney removes the stress and struggle of the preparation and paperwork from your life, while setting you up for the best possible settlement for your divorce.
The major part of your divorce case will involve resolving all necessary issues before your divorce can be finalized. Some people can reach a settlement agreement with their spouses through attorney negotiations, which can become part of the divorce decree. If no agreement is reached, the matter might need to go before the court for litigation. An attorney can advise you of the possible paths for your divorce resolution.
Some issues that you might need to resolve include:
Some negotiations are simpler than others, and how easily your case resolves often depends on the nature of your marital property, whether one spouse is requesting alimony, and the negotiating power of your divorce attorney.
The right attorney will assess your situation and advise you of the best outcome you can seek when it comes to the various aspects of your divorce case. Your attorney can negotiate with your spouse’s attorney, represent you in mediation proceedings, or represent you in court if needed. This is not a process you want to take on alone.
For the support and legal advocacy you need to move through your divorce while achieving an equitable and fair settlement, schedule a consultation with Robbins and Licavoli today. Don’t wait to learn how we can help and support you through this emotional and difficult time.
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