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Category Archive for: ‘Tips’

What Constitutes Emergency Custody in Michigan?

August 29, 2024
Posted in: Child Custody

When a child is in immediate danger with a parent, the court provides an option to the other parent to obtain a court order without waiting weeks or months for a full hearing. This option […]

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Understanding Michigan’s Friend of the Court System

August 22, 2024
Posted in: Michigan Law

When disputes erupt during a divorce, the kids often get left by the wayside — confused, hurt, and sometimes not financially cared for. A unique century-old court program in Michigan called “Friend of the Court” […]

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Tips for Managing Joint Bank Accounts During Divorce Proceedings

August 15, 2024
Posted in: Divorce, Michigan Law, Tips

For many couples preparing to divorce, managing the joint account in the final leg of a marriage can be thorny. How difficult it is depends on the state of the relationship when the couple reaches […]

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The Impact of Domestic Violence on Child Custody

August 8, 2024
Posted in: Child Custody

When a married couple with children files for divorce, the court must determine how to allot custody and parenting time. But if incidences of domestic violence have occurred in the relationship, a 54-year-old state law […]

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Can a Parent Restore Their Parental Rights After They’re Lost?

August 6, 2024
Posted in: Tips

The termination of parental rights is not a decision a Michigan court takes lightly, whether the rights were severed involuntarily or voluntarily. Yet, when a court cuts legal ties between a parent and child, it’s […]

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Student Loans in Divorce: Where Does the Debt Go?

August 1, 2024
Posted in: Divorce, Tips

During a divorce, marital property — the bank account, the house, stock portfolio, and other assets — gets fairly divided either through an agreement made by the couple or the court. Debt is also divided […]

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What if I Can’t Afford My Child Support Payments in Michigan?

July 29, 2024
Posted in: Child Support

Child support payments are payments that allow both parents to contribute fairly to their child’s financial well-being. Typically, the parent who has been granted custody for the majority of the time receives child support from […]

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Tips for Handling Extracurricular Activities During Summer Parenting Time

July 26, 2024
Posted in: Firm News

Summer is a time for fun-packed days at the pool, summer camps, and loads of other extracurricular activities. It’s also time to put your co-parenting skills to the test. Changes in the normal schedule can […]

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The Impact of Divorce on Friendships and Social Networks

July 22, 2024
Posted in: Divorce

The decision to divorce has a major impact on all areas of your life. One aspect divorcing individuals don’t always think about is how a divorce might alter friendships and social networks. Taking the time […]

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How Does Child Support Work for Parents of Children With Special Needs?

July 15, 2024
Posted in: Child Support

Having a child with special needs can require a lot of extra planning just to get daily activities accomplished. When life brings major changes, like divorce, the additional planning needed to move forward can feel […]

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