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Josh and Debra knew they had a lot in common when they met: love of travel and the finer things in life, ambition to distinguish themselves in their professional careers, and a desire to serve their community and those in need. With so much to accomplish, Debra and Josh also knew when they married that having children probably wasn’t in…
Last month I was interviewed by Stewart Andrew Alexander for Impact Makers Radio on what advice I had for adults who were contemplating divorce, in the midst of divorce, or dealing with ex-spouses after the final judgement. Stewart wanted to interview me for his “Let’s Talk Divorce!” radio series after reading several of the blogs that I posted here on…
During any given week throughout courtrooms in Michigan, judges calmly decide the merits and validity of wills meant to convey property from the deceased to their heirs. But because the process moves smoothly in modern courtrooms, we forget that army legions and navy fleets were once sent into war over the particulars of wills — and that was never more…
Latisha always wanted to be her own boss, and she knew that she had some dynamite recipes for picnic foods that could make the core of a solid catering business. She already was in the semi-business of barter, where she would make trays of food for gatherings of family and friends in exchange for favors and repairs around the house.…
With Claire’s renters insurance and car situation squared away as she prepared for her junior year of college, Harry and Sally felt confident that their daughter was ready to go. So they were somewhat blindsided when Claire asked a blockbuster question: Would they co-sign her student loan of $50,000? Harry and Sally had paid for Claire’s first two years of…
Samuel had done a lot of things right to live comfortably in assisted living. He worked nearly 40 years at a steady job, saved something from every paycheck by living a bit below his means, and spent money prudently. Sam was proud of the fact that he and his wife, Shirley, raised three children in a tidy and comfortable home…
This is the second installment of my interview with Stewart Andrew Alexander for Impact Makers Radio regarding advice I give adults who were contemplating divorce, in the midst of divorce, or dealing with an ex-spouse after the final judgement. My blog earlier in May cautioned people about a common misconception that every issue related to divorce — or really any…
Toburen Law has moved its offices to the iconic, white-columned Pike House at 230 E. Fulton St. to accommodate a growing practice and provide more convenient access to local and state courts for divorce, family and estate law cases. “I’m very pleased to make this move to the Pike House and share some of the administrative staff of Keller &…
Even though I visit court regularly as an attorney dealing with sensitive divorce and family law matters, I am still constantly surprised at how reckless some plaintiffs and defendants can be with their Facebook and other social media postings. I can’t tell you how many times I have listened to cases on the docket just before mine and been stunned…
With a firm belief that good planning makes events go smoothly, Martin wanted to determine and document how he wanted the last major event of his life to take place — his funeral. As he expected to celebrate his 89th birthday, Martin felt some urgency in getting everything planned, including the casket and funeral garments, the visitation, service at the…