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Can a Parent’s Physical Health Affect Child Custody Arrangements?
Child custody proceedings in Michigan can be complicated. Judges must weigh many factors before issuing a final ruling on child custody arrangements. As such, the courts can probe many aspects of your personal life. Though […]
CONTINUE READING5 Factors that Can Impact the Length of Your Divorce Process
For many Michigan couples, divorce can’t come any sooner. Unfortunately, like many legal filings, even a simple divorce takes time to finalize. Whenever you add extra complexities, such as shared assets, children, or debt, the […]
CONTINUE READINGWhen Is a Michigan Divorce Finalized?
The bonds of marriage are not easily severed, at least legally speaking. No matter when your divorce petition was filed, or where your divorce case is procedurally in the court system, your marriage is not […]
CONTINUE READINGMediation vs. Litigation in Michigan Divorces: What’s the Difference?
Given the chance to choose the easy way or the hard way, most would pick the first option. When it comes to a Michigan divorce, though, there may be no easy way to resolve the […]
CONTINUE READINGHow Long Should You Expect to Pay Alimony in Michigan?
You may not like the prospect of paying child support following your divorce. However, most Michigan parents accept that they must financially support their children until they become adults. What is more contentious is alimony, […]
CONTINUE READINGHelpful Tips for Long Distance Co-Parenting
Parenting alone is difficult enough. Attempting to co-parent with your ex-spouse, especially when they live far away, is an immense challenge. You can accomplish it, however. Parents who are committed to their children’s welfare find […]
CONTINUE READING3 Benefits of Working with a Parenting Coordinator
The court may have entered visitation orders in your Michigan child custody or divorce case, but this does not mean they automatically come to pass. To be effective co-parents, both parties must comply with the […]
CONTINUE READINGYour Guide to Surviving a Second Divorce
Not all marriages work out, and second marriages are no different. Just because you may have avoided some of the perceived mistakes made during your first marriage is no guarantee your second marriage will be […]
CONTINUE READINGWhat Is a Non-Disclosure Agreement and Should Your Divorce Include One?
Most divorce proceedings in Michigan require spouses to publicly exchange information regarding assets and other financial details. Courts use this financial information to make rulings on property division, child support agreements, and spousal support. When […]
CONTINUE READINGStepparent Adoption in Michigan: The Pros and Cons
Stepparent adoption in Michigan is a legal process that grants you parental rights to the biological child of your spouse. This process can be helpful when the child’s biological parents no longer share custody or […]
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