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The Pros and Cons of Joint Child Custody | Jackson Family Law
As the divorce is being settled each party determines who gets what assets and possessions. It’s a vital part of the process and a difficult one, especially when it comes to custody of the children. What if you and your ex-spouse are granted joint custody? Joint legal...
Things You Should Consider Before Hiring a Divorce Attorney
Beyond the emotion damage a divorce or separation can cause, there is a logistical factor that needs to be taken care of. You may have children together, shared assets, shared property. And there’s a very good chance you won’t come to a perfect agreement between the...
Signs Your Marriage May be Headed for Divorce | Jackson MI
Are you over that honeymoon phase and now onto what you hope is just a phase in your marriage, but have doubts? Here a few problematic behaviors that are signs that point straight to divorce. What are the warning signs of divorce? Criticism, contempt, and shutting...
How to Help Children of Divorce Through the Holiday Season
If you’re a child, odds are the holidays are your favorite time of year. But if you’re a child of divorce, the holidays might be less than merry. Regardless of whether the parents are newly divorced, or it has been years, the holidays- a time for families, large...
Primary Issues of Divorce | Jackson MI
We know that divorce is a bumpy road, but the more you know about it, the smoother the process could be. The Divorce and Family Law Offices of Rappleye & Rappleye can help you every step of the way. When it comes to divorce, the four primary issues you will...
How to Survive Divorce and Keep Your Sanity | Jackson MI
It’s no secret that divorce isn’t fun, it takes a toll mentally, physically, and emotionally. Throw kids into the mix and things can really get messy. So, what can you do to make sure you stay sane during the process and take care of yours and your children’s...
Adult Children of Divorce and Their Perspective
Adult children of divorce have their perspectives about their childhood. Although growing up in a divorced family is unique to each child they seem to have a common thread that makes them no different than any other child in the world. They love both their mother and...
Getting a Divorce and Keeping Your Home; Should You?
If you are getting a divorce but love your home and can’t bear losing it, it is important to know your options. The following article poses the ins and outs of “keeping” your home. We hope you find this article helpful and always recommend seeking legal advice from a...
How are My Investments Impacted by Divorce?
Divorce is costly. Not only the process of it, but the aftermath as well. When two people part ways, that includes parting their investments. Although equitable division is meant to be fair, it may not always be equal. The divorce attorneys at our Jackson, MI Family...
How to Help Children Adjust to Two Homes After a Divorce
Divorce is extremely painful for all ages. Both children and adults need to adjust. They lose their usual routine, space, home and don’t see one of their parents as much as they used to. At Rappleye & Rappleye, P.C. – we recognize the emotional stress that...
Spousal Support Has No Guidelines in Michigan
Michigan is a no-fault divorce state. This means that when a marriage dissolves all marital matters are legally resolved. When it comes to spousal support, there are no guidelines to follow such as that of child support. Since spousal support is not part of the...
Helping Your Ex Succeed at Parenting After the Divorce
Communicating with your ex after the divorce may have its challenges, especially if you have children together. The reality is that you will have years of communicating ahead of you. Birthdays, sports, graduations etc. How you and your ex react to one another is...