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What Are the Grounds for Changing Alimony in Michigan?
Alimony, or “spousal support,” can significantly impact spouses after they divorce. For the spouse receiving alimony, this financial support can be essential to establishing independence. However, the spouse ordered to pay alimony can feel burdened, […]
CONTINUE READING5 Factors Michigan Courts Consider When Determining Custody
Michigan law gives family law judges significant latitude to decide who gets physical and legal custody of a child. As long as the judge has reason to believe their decisions are in the child’s best […]
CONTINUE READINGA Guide to the Steps in the Adoption Process in Michigan
An individual or couple may choose to adopt a child for many reasons. Some are unable to have children of their own, while others have married into a family and want to adopt beloved stepchildren. […]
CONTINUE READINGTop Tips When Talking to Young Children About Divorce
Divorce is a challenging process for any adult. Even if you’re ready to call it quits, you may still struggle with grief, disappointment, guilt, and anger over the loss of your relationship, not to mention […]
CONTINUE READINGHow Is Alcoholism Proven in Child Custody Cases?
Drug and alcohol abuse can affect a person’s suitability to parent a child. Impaired driving crashes can injure or kill a child. The parent may leave the child unsupervised while using or drinking. A parent’s […]
CONTINUE READINGCan a Domestic PPO Affect My Child Custody Case in Michigan?
Child custody is a complicated issue. It becomes even more complex when one parent is the subject of a domestic Personal Protection Order (PPO) in Michigan. PPOs are legal mandates designed to safeguard individuals from […]
CONTINUE READINGAttorney Fees in Michigan Child Custody Cases: Who Pays?
An attorney’s assistance can be invaluable in contested child custody proceedings. However, it will come at a price. If you’re considering filing for divorce or legal separation or want to modify an existing parenting plan, […]
CONTINUE READING5 Ways to Make Divorce Less Stressful for Your Kids
Divorce is stressful for both adults and children. However, unlike adults, children have little control over their circumstances. Yet the decisions made in divorce proceedings can affect where a child lives, where they attend school, […]
CONTINUE READINGHow to Balance What’s Best for the Child and Parent’s Rights in Child Custody
Child custody is one of the most delicate aspects of family law. A custody arrangement should carefully balance what’s in the child’s best interests while preserving the parents’ rights. There’s no standard solution, and the parties involved often need to consider various factors. Here are some of the most important points to be aware of. Prioritizing the Child’s Well-Being The ...
CONTINUE READINGAre Stay-at-Home Parents Entitled to Spousal Support?
Many people view spousal support for stay-at-home parents as a kind of charity. However, that’s the wrong idea. First, it’s important to recognize that settlement in a divorce isn’t about punishing anyone. Rather, it’s about […]
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