Domestic Relations

Question:
In Michigan, are the assets in a divorce always divided in half?

Answer:
In a Michigan divorce, the parties involved in a divorce are generally each awarded half of the assets and half of the debts that accrued during the marriage. There are many exceptions to this general statement, including exceptions regarding non-marital property, inheritance, and property owned prior to the marriage.

Another exception to this general statement is the issue of fault. In a Michigan divorce, the issue of fault in the breakdown of the marriage may cause a court to award more of the assets to one party. Due to these exceptions, and some others, you will need to discuss the particulars in your specific case with a Michigan divorce attorney to determine what your potential settlement may be.