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Divorce is never easy—especially when children are involved. One of the most emotionally charged and legally complex aspects of divorce in Michigan is child custody. Whether you're married or unmarried, living in Macomb, Oakland, or Wayne County, understanding how child custody decisions are made can help you prepare for the road ahead.

Divorce isn’t just the end of a marriage—it can be the beginning of a legal battle over your children, property, finances, and emotional well-being. While some divorces remain civil and cooperative, many turn bitter fast. If you sense your divorce may become contentious, the best thing you can do is prepare for the worst—starting now.

As much as everybody loves going to court to air their dirty laundry in front of a bunch of strangers, many people kick that can down the road for as long as they can. Sometimes people decide to stop living as a married couple, move into separate residents, and for all intents and purposes, begin to lead separate lives long before filing for divorce. Sometimes people let months or even years pass by before formally getting divorced.