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What Parental Rights Do Stepparents Have in Michigan?
When a person marries a child’s biological parent, they do not automatically gain parental rights. In addition to this, divorce does not terminate the rights of a child’s biological parents. If a child’s parents get […]
CONTINUE READINGWhat Kinds of Documents Should I Prepare for a Michigan Divorce?
Going through a divorce is a complex legal process that can be very emotionally taxing. As with most legal endeavors, preparation can help make the divorce process quicker and easier. Filing for divorce requires spouses […]
CONTINUE READING5 Things to Look for in a Family Lawyer
There are many reasons to hire a family lawyer. Maybe you are seeking custody of a child or hoping to adopt. Perhaps you are going through a divorce. Choosing a lawyer is not a decision […]
CONTINUE READINGHow Is Visitation Decided in the Michigan Courts?
In the state of Michigan, visitation is referred to as parenting time. It’s important to note that parenting time is not the same thing as custody. Legal custody of a child entails making legal decisions […]
CONTINUE READINGHow Mental Health Can Impact Your Child Custody Rights
Child custody cases are never an easy process. As parents, each party usually believes that they have the stronger case and are willing to do what is necessary to protect their child or children. But […]
CONTINUE READINGSix Ways a Divorce Will Impact Your Life Legally
Divorce is never easy. Even if both parties agree to the separation and no children are involved, terms must be met, and an appearance before a judge must take place before the divorce decree can […]
CONTINUE READINGWhat Are the Steps to a Divorce in Michigan?
Anytime a person has to work with the court system, it can become an overwhelming and challenging process. Not only is each case different, but when it comes to something like divorce, each party may […]
CONTINUE READINGWhat Are the Steps to Legal Adoption in Michigan?
The adoption process can vary from state to state and country to country. Each territory lays out its rules and regulations, which all involved party members must follow. While these laws can sometimes feel overwhelming […]
CONTINUE READINGWhat Does a Family Law Attorney Cover?
When most of us hear the term “family law,” we think of divorce lawyers. And while assisting with divorce and everything that comes with it legally is a big part of what family law practices […]
CONTINUE READINGDivorce After Adoption: What You Need to Know
Adoption in Michigan gives the adoptive parents the same rights and responsibilities toward their adopted child as they would have toward a biological child. Thus, the fact that a child was adopted has very little […]
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