Divorce Attorney in Grand Rapids | Protecting Your Future

Courts divide marital property fairly based on factors like marriage length, contributions to marital estate, earning capacities, and each party's needs. We excel at identifying and valuing marital assets including real estate, retirement accounts, business interests, investments, and personal property. Our attorneys protect your separate property from improper division and ensure you receive fair value for your contributions. When businesses are involved, we work with qualified appraisers and forensic accountants to establish accurate valuations. Complex asset cases may involve stock options, deferred compensation, professional practices, or closely-held companies requiring sophisticated valuation methods. Custody and parenting time determinations shape your ongoing relationship with your children. Michigan courts apply statutory "best interest" factors when determining custody. We build strong cases demonstrating your parental involvement, home stability, and commitment to your children's wellbeing. Our custody work includes developing comprehensive parenting time schedules that work practically for your family's situation. Spousal support (alimony) decisions depend on multiple factors including income disparity, marriage length, age, health, education, and earning capacity. We present persuasive arguments supported by financial documentation when seeking or opposing spousal support. Child support follows Michigan's formula based on income and parenting time, but requires careful analysis of income sources, deductions, and credits. Our divorce practice includes both uncontested divorces where parties agree on major issues and contested divorces requiring court intervention. We excel at negotiation, mediation, and settlement discussions that resolve cases efficiently when possible. When settlement isn't achievable, our courtroom experience�including former prosecutor background�provides powerful litigation capabilities. Every divorce case receives personalized attention focused on your priorities, whether that's maximizing parenting time, protecting assets, achieving quick resolution, or securing support. We guide you through this difficult transition with clear communication, realistic advice, and unwavering advocacy for your interests.