The Mitten Law Firm, PLC

The Mitten Law Firm, PLC The Mitten Law Firm specializes in divorce, custody, personal bankruptcy, and estate planning.

Being in a situation where filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy brings about many questions, especially when you are retired or a...
04/27/2026

Being in a situation where filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy brings about many questions, especially when you are retired or are thinking about retiring.

So what happens to your IRA and other accounts in Chapter 7? We discuss it in this week's blog👇

Filing Chapter 7 in Michigan? Learn which retirement accounts are protected, what the limits are, and what mistakes to avoid before you file.”

Owning a home & divorcing can get pretty sticky, especially with tax rules. This week's blog addresses selling a home du...
04/13/2026

Owning a home & divorcing can get pretty sticky, especially with tax rules. This week's blog addresses selling a home during divorce and the tax implications.

If you're considering divorce, contact us today for a free consultation. 👇

Selling your home in a Michigan divorce? Learn how capital gains taxes, IRS exclusions, and timing can impact your bottom line. Free consult with Mitten Law.

Debt management has been a hot topic, specifically credit card debt. BestMoney's award-winning journalist Holly Johnson ...
03/23/2026

Debt management has been a hot topic, specifically credit card debt. BestMoney's award-winning journalist Holly Johnson spoke to Derek Jacques of The Mitten Law Firm on ways to use credit cards to pay down other credit card debt, and some of the pitfalls of balance transfers.👇
https://www.bestmoney.com/credit-cards/learn-more/can-you-pay-a-credit-card-with-a-credit-card

Drowning in debt? Contact us to learn if a Chapter 7 bankruptcy can help you.

You cannot directly pay one credit card with another, but workarounds like balance transfers and cash advances accomplish the same thing.

It is not uncommon for parents in our community to work second jobs, especially as a member of the "gig economy." Howeve...
03/16/2026

It is not uncommon for parents in our community to work second jobs, especially as a member of the "gig economy." However, when it comes to calculating child support, this presents some challenges for both payers and receivers. Learn about how to handle child support if one or both parents participate in the gig economy. 👇

Gig worker in Michigan? Learn how courts calculate child support for freelancers & independent contractors — and how to protect yourself.

âť“Sometimes, we get help in obtaining loans or credit from a co-signer. This is common in personal and student loans. How...
03/09/2026

❓Sometimes, we get help in obtaining loans or credit from a co-signer. This is common in personal and student loans. However, what happens to your co-signers when you file bankruptcy? Learn about it in this week's blog👇

When you file Chapter 7 bankruptcy, co-signers don’t get the same protection. Learn what happens to co-signers, and how to protect the people who signed for you

When gong through divorce or a family law case, your social media behavior can either help, or more likely, hurt your ca...
03/02/2026

When gong through divorce or a family law case, your social media behavior can either help, or more likely, hurt your case. Read all about it in this week's blog👇

What you post on social media can hurt your Michigan divorce or custody case. Learn what to avoid posting — and how to protect yourself during litigation.

Can dating have an impact on your child custody arrangement? We explore that topic in this week's blog👇
02/23/2026

Can dating have an impact on your child custody arrangement? We explore that topic in this week's blog👇

Can your new partner affect your child custody order in Michigan? Find out what judges look for, what moral clauses mean, and how to introduce a new partner.

Collaboration and divorce aren't words we often associate with one another. But collaborative divorces do exist, and are...
02/17/2026

Collaboration and divorce aren't words we often associate with one another. But collaborative divorces do exist, and are very different from mediated divorces. Learn all about it in this blog👇

Discover how collaborative divorce in Michigan offers a team-based, private alternative to courtroom battles. Learn the process, benefits & costs.

Many Wayne County court hearings have entered the 21st century with the advent of virtual court hearings on platforms li...
01/26/2026

Many Wayne County court hearings have entered the 21st century with the advent of virtual court hearings on platforms like Zoom. However, it is important to treat these hearings the same way you would if you were actually in a courtroom.

Learn more about virtual court hearings in Wayne County in this week's blog👇

Learn how virtual court hearings work in Michigan divorce and custody cases. Expert tips for preparing, technology requirements, and what to expect.

While it may sound like a buzzword, trauma-informed divorce may be the 2026 trend in divorce in Michigan. Learn all abou...
01/19/2026

While it may sound like a buzzword, trauma-informed divorce may be the 2026 trend in divorce in Michigan. Learn all about it in this week's blog👇

Learn how trauma-informed divorce approaches help Michigan families navigate separation with better outcomes. Discover why mental health matters in divorce.

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Southgate, MI
48195

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