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Litigation, Mediation, and Collaborative Resolutions
Divorce is challenging for everyone involved. At Sarnacki Law Firm, we strive to ease this burden by reducing the stress and legal complexities of divorce proceedings. Our goal is to secure the most favorable outcome for you so you can focus on healing.
Contact us today to begin your journey towards resolution.
Our Commitment to You
Our Services
Types of Divorce
Mediation
Collaborative
Divorce
Litigation
Key Issues
Parenting
Time
Child
Support
Property
Division
Alimony
(Spousal Support)
Child
Custody
Making the Decision to Divorce
Deciding to divorce is as significant as deciding to marry. It’s important to weigh the pros and cons carefully. Resources such as marriage counselors, employee assistance programs, and literature can provide valuable guidance during this process.
Aspects of Divorce
Divorces are rarely straightforward, particularly when children, property, and financial issues are involved. With nearly four decades of litigation experience, Dave Sarnacki handles high-conflict custody matters and complex financial disputes with care, compassion, and the highest quality technical skills.
Key Considerations
- Child Custody: Various types of custody arrangements are possible, and Michigan courts consider numerous factors to determine the best interests of the child.
- Parenting Time: This involves scheduling when a child spends time with each parent, considering factors like travel, age, and parental history.
- Child Support: Determined by the Michigan Child Support Formula, it is based on the parents' relative incomes and family size.
- Property Division: Most marital property is divided equitably, while any individual property that was kept separate would remain with its original owner.
- Alimony: Unlike child support, spousal support does not have a specific formula and depends on each situation’s particular circumstances.
Timeline and Costs
The length of the divorce process varies depending on individual circumstances: at least 60 days in marriages without children, and six months with minor children. This can be even longer if the parties require a trial to resolve some issues.
Legal fees depend on the complexity and conduct of both parties. Effective problem-solving and cooperation can minimize costs, and Dave excels at lowering the temperature and finding ways to work together to minimize stress and expense.
Guidelines for Managing Divorce Costs
- Avoid unreasonable positions.
- Do not hide assets or fabricate evidence.
- Limit involvement of non-essential parties.
- Keep children out of conflicts.
- Avoid manipulative parenting behaviors.
Choose Sarnacki Law Firm
With honesty, diligence, and compassion, Sarnacki Law Firm provides top-tier divorce and family law representation in Grand Rapids. Whether you are contemplating divorce, beginning the process, or seeking new legal counsel, we are here to help. Contact us today to discuss how we can help you through this challenging time.
