Divorce is expensive financially and emotionally. Our national economy
has had some affect on the number of divorces filing. Possibly it
affects the rate of voluntary dismissal of cases filed. Most dramatic
is that lost equity in investment to include the family home combined
with loss of jobs leaves the separating couple with little assets a lot
of debt and great difficulty in caring for children. My experience in
this practice area has made me a better referral source for the public
and private resources helping those in need. The old middle class may
find that this is the first time they have needed assistance.

A recent Flint Journal Article talks about this topic.
http://www.mlive.com/news/flint/index.ssf/2009/01/stay_or_go_economy_mak
ing_it_h.html