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What To Expect During The Divorce Filing Process

October 8, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Filing for divorce is a major legal decision, and understanding what lies ahead can help minimize stress and uncertainty. Wh…

What NOT To Say To Your Friend Who’s Getting A Divorce

September 19, 2025 | Merel Family Law

You just found out your friend is getting divorced and along with wanting to help them find a good Troy, MI divorce lawyer…

How Modern Tech Is Changing Divorce Cases

September 19, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Not too long ago, the smoking gun in a divorce case was a receipt for a hotel room found in a coat pocket or a lipstick-stai…

What Is A Forensic Accountant?

September 19, 2025 | Merel Family Law

In a perfect world, a divorce would be a simple open-book test. Both people would lay all their financial cards on the table…

Five Divorce Myths That Will Cost You A Fortune

September 19, 2025 | Merel Family Law

When you’re going through a divorce, everyone suddenly becomes your Chicago, IL divorce lawyer, even though they do not have…

What To Expect During A Divorce

September 8, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Even when you know it is for the best, divorce is hard. If it is not your choice, it can be even harder. Since opening our d…

Is Collaborative Divorce Right For You?

September 8, 2025 | Merel Family Law

While getting divorced is typically tough even under the best and most amicable circumstances, one way that tends to make it…

Top Divorce Myths Debunked

September 8, 2025 | Merel Family Law

The dedicated team at Merel Family Law has helped thousands of clients get through divorce and we understand how overwhelmin…

Alimony Rules In Illinois And Michigan

September 8, 2025 | Merel Family Law

If you are going through a divorce or are about to go through one, having a skilled and experienced Troy, MI alimony lawyer…

Spousal Support Vs. Alimony

September 8, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Spousal support and alimony are two terms that come up often in divorce conversations, and while they are frequently used in…

Top Questions About Divorce Mediation

September 8, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Divorce is never easy, but for many couples, mediation can be a more efficient and less stressful alternative to going to co…

Divorce Mediation Vs. Court Battles

August 24, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Merel Family Law focuses exclusively in family law, including divorce, child custody, alimony, high‑net‑worth divorce, LGBTQ…

Navigating Divorce With Confidence

August 24, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Merel Family Law understands how overwhelming and stressful going through a divorce or knowing you need to start the process…

Is Collaborative Divorce The Right Approach For Me?

August 7, 2025 | Merel Family Law

When it comes to divorce, you have more than one option for how the process moves forward. While many people picture courtro…

How Remarrying Affects Alimony

August 7, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Remarriage can significantly impact alimony, both for the person receiving it and the person paying it. Whether you’re alrea…

6 Universal Truths About Marriage And Divorce

August 7, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Marriage and divorce look different for every couple, but there are some patterns we tend to see time and again—both in how…

Collaborative Divorce Can Reduce Stress For Families

August 7, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Divorce doesn’t have to mean conflict, courtrooms, or long emotional battles. For many families, collaborative divorce offer…

Divorce And Retirement Accounts

July 25, 2025 | Merel Family Law

At Merel Family Law, we understand that financial concerns are among the most stressful parts of ending a marriage. One of t…

Is Mediation Right For You?

June 23, 2025 | Merel Family Law

Divorce can bring a lot of stress, but it doesn’t always have to involve a courtroom. At Merel Family Law, we help clients d…

Collaborative Divorce And Your Kids

June 23, 2025 | Merel Family Law

When parents decide to divorce, one of their biggest concerns is how it will affect their children. At Merel Family Law, we…

How To Save Money in a Divorce

June 11, 2025 | Bradley Kaye

Divorce can be one of the most financially draining experiences in a person’s life. Legal fees, asset division, child suppor…

What If I’m The Breadwinner And The One Filing For Divorce?

June 10, 2025 | Jonathan Merel

If you’re the one bringing home most (or all) of the income in your household, divorce can feel like stepping into a minefie…

How Your Texts, DMs, And Posts Can Make Or Break A Divorce Case

June 10, 2025 | Jonathan Merel

We hate to break it to you, but your phone is not your safe space. It’s not a journal. It’s not a burner diary. It’s a digit…

Why Delaying Your Divorce Is A BAD Idea (In Most Cases)

June 10, 2025 | Jonathan Merel

Let’s be real: nobody wants to file for divorce. However, if you’re in a situation where it’s clearly heading that way and y…