Category Archive for: ‘Child Custody’
How Is Alimony Calculated in Michigan?
The average cost of divorce is nearly $13,000. For most people, that’s a staggering amount. If your divorce has put you in a financial bind, you may wonder how you will make ends meet. Fortunately, […]
CONTINUE READINGFive Questions Families Have About Adoption in Michigan
Elation, fear, peace, guilt, worry, fulfillment — there are a whole host of emotions that surround adoption. Overall, the experience will often be a happy one. But still, you might have pressing questions. Before you […]
CONTINUE READINGDoes Michigan Recognize Common Law Marriages?
Perhaps you were with your partner for years, but you never took the leap to walk down the aisle. You were both committed—perhaps even more so than the majority of married couples you know. But […]
CONTINUE READINGCan My Military Service Affect Child Custody?
A military career can be exciting, educational, and fulfilling. Most people who enlist look forward to serving their country, learning new skills, and traveling the world. But while life in the military has its benefits, […]
CONTINUE READINGUsing Cohabitation Agreements to Protect Your Relationship Rights Outside Marriage
Not every couple decides to become legally married. When a couple cohabitates, they may accumulate valuable property together. Unlike married people, unmarried couples are not given specific legal advantages and protections. However, couples can draft […]
CONTINUE READINGI Lost My Job. Do I Still Have to Pay Child Support?
Child support is a type of financial assistance paid from one former spouse to another in support of the couple’s children after divorce. If you lose a job, your children do not automatically put their needs […]
CONTINUE READINGHow Can Paternity Impact Child Support Requirements in Michigan?
Children are legally entitled to child support from both parents, regardless of the parent’s marital status. Child support includes multiple facets, including: Monetary payments Health insurance coverage Daycare costs Clothing and school supplies Establishing paternity […]
CONTINUE READINGGray Divorce: Why Divorce Is on the Rise for Couples in Their Golden Years
Gray divorce is the term used when people over the age of 50 get divorced. Usually, these couples have been married for 20-40 years. Those who have been married about 20 years were likely married […]
CONTINUE READINGDivision of Assets: Who Gets the House in a Divorce?
In the state of Michigan, you must meet certain requirements before you’re able to get a divorce. One example is that one or both parties must live in the state for at least 180 days […]
CONTINUE READINGAttorneys Answer: What Are the Most Common Questions Families Have About Adoption in Michigan?
Adopting a new member into your family can be a big and exciting decision. You may want to adopt a newborn baby because you’re not able to have your own or you might choose to […]
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