Child Custody: A Breakdown of the Different Types of Agreements
Child custody arrangements can be a contentious issue for divorcing couples in Michigan. The process runs more smoothly when parents work together to arrive at a custody agreement. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always happen, and courts are left to decide child custody arrangements based on what it sees as “the best interests of the child.” Legal […]
Child Custody vs. Child Placement: Is There a Difference?
If you and your spouse are going through a divorce, you’re working through many issues. No single issue is likely as concerning to you as where your children will live and which one of you will have the right to make decisions on their behalf. You might have heard the terms “child custody” and “child […]
4 Reasons Why a Judge May Modify a Parenting Time Order
Child custody orders typically result from a divorce settlement. While these legal orders seem final, they are not always set in stone. If the circumstances of your life—or the life of your ex-spouse—change, a judge may decide to modify the parenting time order. To modify the parameters of child custody, one parent must request the […]
Shared Custody and Out-of-State Travel: Is Permission Needed?
After a divorce, it can feel as though complications and unexpected hiccups happen every other day. Something that used to be simple enough, like planning a vacation, is now much more elaborate. If you have recently been divorced, you may have a plethora of unanswered questions. In this post, we’ll cover everything you need to […]
Can 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, it can also take a physical and emotional toll. Unfortunately, enlisted service members are more likely than average citizens to […]
How 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 can provide a child with all of the standard legal benefits that apply to the parent, such as veterans’ benefits, […]
Shared Custody on the Holidays: Tips to Navigate a New Normal
In the months and years following a divorce, former spouses are faced with a lot of challenges. This is especially true if children are involved. For newly divorced couples with shared custody of minor children, one of the biggest points of contention relates to holiday time sharing. While most holidays can be accounted for in […]
My Child Wants to Live with Me: Can I Request a Change in Custody?
It is always difficult when a couple divorces. Even the most agreeable separations bring emotional and logistical challenges. This is especially true when the divorcing partners have children. One issue that must be decided during the divorce process is child custody. Sometimes, the divorce process is so overwhelming that the child’s preferences about custody are […]
Shared Custody: Tips for Navigating the Back-to-School Season with Your Child
Even the most amicable divorces are emotionally difficult. This is especially true for families with children. After your divorce, navigating shared custody can be very challenging. If your child is returning to school after the renegotiation of your family structure, they may feel overwhelmed. In the following post, we will discuss several useful tips for […]
5 Tips for Supporting Your Child in School After a Divorce
Children are known for always asking questions. They are naturally curious. While this is a positive trait, it can be difficult for children when their parents divorce. For instance, a child’s friends may ask questions about the changes in their family. This can be challenging, especially for younger children, who may not have the words […]
What Factors Influence Child Support Payments?
When a divorce involves a couple with children, Michigan courts will often order one spouse to provide payments to the other. These payments are intended to help with the financial expenses of raising the child. Typically, child support payments are only necessary until the child or children turn eighteen. After this time, the children are […]
Five Tips for Dads in Custody Battles
Divorces and child custody battles can be emotionally difficult, no matter how amicable spouses may try to be. Custody over children is one of the most impactful and important issues in any parent’s life. In child custody cases involving straight couples, the courts have traditionally favored mothers. In fact, most child custody cases end with […]