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Category Archive for: ‘Alimony’

Are Stay-at-Home Parents Entitled to Spousal Support?

November 28, 2024
Posted in: 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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5 Common Myths About Fathers’ Rights in Michigan

November 21, 2024
Posted in: Tips

There are many widespread misconceptions about what fathers are entitled to in divorce and custody proceedings. Some of them are out-and-out myths. This article will bust some of the most flagrant and harmful ones so […]

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How a Michigan Court Determines Child Support Adjustments After a Job Loss

November 14, 2024
Posted in: Child Support

When a change of circumstances occurs for a parent who’s obligated to pay monthly child support in Michigan, the court provides a mechanism to adjust the payment amount. In many cases, this change is a […]

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The Importance of Legal Representation in Michigan Child Custody Cases

November 12, 2024
Posted in: Child Custody

There’s a long list of mistakes that you can make in a child custody battle. Representing yourself easily falls among the top ten — if not at the top of the list. While going it […]

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What to Do if You Can’t Afford Your Child Support Payments in Michigan

November 7, 2024
Posted in: Child Support

Life happens, and you might fall behind on child support payments. Alternatively, you might be keeping up with current payments but still owe past-due support. It’s a stressful situation in either case, but it’s one […]

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Can a Parenting Plan Help Avoid Custody Disputes?

November 5, 2024
Posted in: Child Custody

Custody disputes can be long and expensive in Michigan. Fortunately, there are ways to mitigate the issues associated with custody disputes. One popular option is a parenting plan. Ideally, a parenting plan serves as a […]

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Understanding the “Best Interests of the Child” Standard in Michigan Custody Cases

October 30, 2024
Posted in: Child Custody

Your child’s “best interests” are central to your Michigan divorce or custody proceeding. Any visitation or custody order the court enters is supposed to consider and support these best interests. However, the court’s idea of your child’s best interests may differ vastly from your opinion. Understanding how the judge determines your child’s best interests is crucial to succeeding in custody ...

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5 Unique Challenges of Military Divorces

October 23, 2024
Posted in: Divorce

Military life is hard on both the servicemember and their spouse. These difficulties do not go away just because the couple decides to divorce. Instead, a military couple who divorces will find that new challenges […]

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How to Prove Financial Need for Alimony in Michigan

October 16, 2024
Posted in: Annulment

Divorce courts can order one spouse to pay the other alimony as part of the final divorce decree in Michigan. However, courts typically do not make such an order without a need for it. If […]

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Emergency Custody Orders in Michigan: When and How to File

October 9, 2024
Posted in: Child Custody

Traditional court processes can move slowly and are often ill-equipped to address urgent matters that need immediate attention. Fortunately, when a crisis happens, the law empowers Michigan courts to consider and enter emergency orders. Such […]

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