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Navigating Custody with Special Needs Children

Child custody issues can be legally, emotionally, and logistically complex. Navigating custody with special needs children can be even more complicated since these matters often involve additional considerations to help ensure the child’s well-bein… Read More
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What Happens to Pets in a Divorce?

For many people, pets aren’t just animals — they are an important part of the family. Accordingly, when a couple decides to part ways, who gets to keep the pets in a divorce can be a highly emotional issue. While many people view their pets like… Read More
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Divorce Mediation vs. Litigation

Many people mistakenly believe that they must go through a stressful and costly court battle to divorce. But it’s important to be aware that there is a more amicable, efficient, and cost-effective method to part ways than litigation. Mediation allo… Read More
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How to Modify Child Custody Orders

Life is unpredictable, and circumstances change. What worked in a child custody arrangement a year ago may no longer be in your child’s best interests today. If you or the other parent have experienced a major life change that affects your ability… Read More
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How Long Does Spousal Support Last?

Spousal support, often called alimony, isn’t a one-size-fits-all arrangement. Some payments last only a few months, while others continue for years or even indefinitely. In Michigan, spousal support is designed to provide financial stability after… Read More
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What Happens in a Divorce Trial?

There are two ways a divorce action can be resolved in Michigan — through settlement or at trial. When spouses cannot reach an agreement regarding any of the issues that must be decided (including child custody, property division, alimony, or child… Read More
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Third Party Custody Rights in Michigan

Third party custody rights in Michigan can come into play when a child’s biological parents are unable or unwilling to properly care for them. In such cases, the court may award custody to someone else, such as grandparents, stepparents, or another… Read More
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What is Equitable Distribution of Marital Property in Michigan?

Before a judge will sign the final decree in your divorce case, a number of issues must be determined. One of the biggest — and often most contentious — matters that must be decided concerns the equitable distribution of marital property. Importa… Read More
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Guidelines for Calculating Child Support

Regardless of marital status, both parents have an obligation to support their child financially. Child support is court-ordered payment that is typically made by the noncustodial parent to the custodial parent to help pay for the costs associated wi… Read More
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Types of Child Custody in Michigan

If you are divorcing your spouse or separating from your partner and you share children together, child custody may be a contentious issue in your case. However, it’s important to understand that child custody arrangements are not one-size-fits-all… Read More
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