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Understanding the Divorce Process Work in Michigan

July 29, 2026 | Merel Family Law

A divorce in Rochester Hills follows a defined sequence through the Oakland County family courts, even though the pace varie…

Alimony Under Illinois Law

July 7, 2026 | Merel Family Law

Each state has its own rules regarding divorce and related proceedings such as property division, alimony, and child custody…

Will Divorce Impact My Credit Score?

June 26, 2026 | Merel Family Law

No, after the finalization of a divorce a person’s credit score is not directly affected. However, there are other ways that…

How to Rebound Financially from Divorce

June 22, 2026 | Merel Family Law

Divorce can take its toll on your finances. Whether you became acclimated to having two sources of income or became used to…

Divorce Over 50: What You Need to Know

June 5, 2026 | Merel Family Law

“Gray Divorce” Statistics in the US While US divorce rates are generally in decline, the rate for people over 50 has doubled…

Resolving an Illinois Divorce Without Court

June 3, 2026 | Merel Family Law

The Short Answer: Yes, It Is Possible Most divorces in Illinois do not end with a contested trial. When both spouses can rea…

Interim Attorney’s Fees: The Best Legal Advice Your Ex Can Buy

May 21, 2026 | Merel Family Law

Divorce can be an incredibly emotional experience. One moment, you’re looking across the aisle at your spouse with uncontain…

How to Find Hidden Assets in a Divorce

May 11, 2026 | Merel Family Law

Section 503 of the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act (IMDMA) governs how property is divided upon divorce. U…

Divorce Settlement – Financial Mistakes to Avoid

May 5, 2026 | Merel Family Law

One of the last things that you expect to happen when you get married is to get divorced, but it’s a reality for around half…

Divorce Appeal Maintenance Review in Illinois

May 3, 2026 | Merel Family Law

Illinois courts have significant discretion when setting spousal maintenance. They weigh each party’s income, earning capaci…

Controlling Your Emotions During Divorce Court

May 1, 2026 | Merel Family Law

Four Reminders for Your Divorce Hearing Divorce affects everyone differently. From the spouses to any children involved, the…

Can I Be Held Responsible for My Spouse’s Student Loan Debt if We Divorce?

April 29, 2026 | Merel Family Law

Are Student Loans Divided During a Divorce? In some cases, student loan debt is divided between the divorcing couples, while…

Dividing Business Interests in an IL Divorce

April 22, 2026 | Merel Family Law

If you or your spouse owns a business, your divorce just got more complicated. Business interests are often the most valuabl…

3 Ways to Reduce Divorce Stress

April 20, 2026 | Merel Family Law

A divorce can be devastating. The emotional and mental tolls that accompany divorce can often cause severe physical stress…

What are the Different Types of Divorce?

April 17, 2026 | Merel Family Law

If you and your spouse are looking to dissolve your marriage, know that there is more than one path to divorce. Understandin…

How to Survive a High-Conflict Divorce

April 15, 2026 | Merel Family Law

When you walked down the aisle and said your vows, you might have never imagined that you would ever go through a divorce wi…

Same Sex Divorce and Adoption Orders

April 8, 2026 | Merel Family Law

A finalized adoption doesn’t go away when a marriage ends. That’s something a lot of people don’t realize until they’re alre…

Is Your Divorce Turning High Conflict

April 6, 2026 | Merel Family Law

Most divorces are hard. Not all of them are high conflict. That distinction matters more than people realize, and understand…

Divorce Mediation vs. Collaborative Divorce

April 1, 2026 | Merel Family Law

When couples want to avoid a courtroom battle, two options come up most often: divorce mediation and collaborative divorce…

Is Your Divorce High Conflict? How to Tell the Difference

April 1, 2026 | Merel Family Law

Many people enter divorce or separation expecting it to be difficult—but not destructive. Conflict is normal when a relation…

IP and Royalties in an Illinois Divorce

March 30, 2026 | Merel Family Law

Who Gets the Royalties When a Marriage Ends Intellectual property is one of the messiest assets you can bring into a divorce…

What is a QDRO in Illinois Divorce Marital Property Division?

March 23, 2026 | Merel Family Law

When going through an Illinois divorce, your marital property, assets, and debts will be divided between you and your spouse…

What Are the Emotional Recovery Stages of Divorce?

March 20, 2026 | Merel Family Law

Divorce is generally known as the second-most painful experience in life with the first being the death of a loved one. The…

How to Prepare for a Contested Divorce

March 18, 2026 | Merel Family Law

Divorce can be one of life’s hardest realities. After years of building a relationship with your spouse, you may both realiz…

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