gtag('config', 'AW-945928078/0s88CMHj_mMQju-GwwM', { 'phone_conversion_number': '248-723-5190' });

Category Archive for: ‘Tips’

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 […]

CONTINUE READING

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 […]

CONTINUE READING

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 […]

CONTINUE READING

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 […]

CONTINUE READING

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 […]

CONTINUE READING

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 […]

CONTINUE READING

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 […]

CONTINUE READING

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 […]

CONTINUE READING

Does Guardianship Override Parental Rights in Michigan?

July 8, 2024
Posted in: Tips

Parents typically have a legal right to make decisions on behalf of their children. However, they are sometimes deemed unfit or unable to make the best decisions for their kids. When this happens, the state […]

CONTINUE READING

Do I Have to Pay for My Ex-Spouse’s Health Insurance After a Divorce?

July 1, 2024
Posted in: Divorce

Divorce brings countless changes. There are many complicated issues to resolve and new things to discover. The financial changes related to divorce can be difficult adjustments to make. Health insurance is a valuable asset that […]

CONTINUE READING