Pursuing custody in Michigan is not without its challenges. You can expect a lot of disagreement from your spouse. A lot of things will be said. Not all of it will be pleasant. Some will hurt more deeply than others. Nothing will be more hurtful than being told you are unfit to be a parent. You feel you need to respond. And, you should. You will. Keep calm, there’s a way to do this. Courts won’t take your children on … Read More →

Court cases take time. There are many steps. Things do not always move fast. Judges read papers. They listen to both sides. They make fair choices. Lawyers may need extra time. They look for proof. They talk to their clients. The other side might be slow to respond. This can delay things. Waiting can feel frustrating. It may affect your children or money. It can make you feel stuck. Feeling stressed is normal. Knowing what to expect can help. Click … Read More →

Family law cases focus on family relationships. They cover divorce, alimony, and splitting property. Some cases involve children. Custody and child support are up for discussion. Some involve domestic violence or emancipation. Each type of case follows a different process, which affects how courts schedule them. The Michigan judicial system is still an evolving system. There’s a lot of room for improving the court system. The sheer volume of cases makes it prudent to manage the court calendars. Fairness is … Read More →

Vital statistics from Michigan show that in 2022, there were fifteen thousand divorces involving children. A significant number of that data involves joint custody arrangements. The data suggest that a lot of custody cases are settled as joint custody. Michigan Department of Health & Human Services or MDHHS will tell you that joint custody is becoming relatively common. On rough terms, we’re talking about partial custody. In this custody arrangement, you cannot make big decisions alone. Now this can become … Read More →

Mental health is a prevalent health problem in Michigan. About 1.3 million Michigan residents have a mental condition. About 22% of adults in Michigan experience some form of mental illness. These are serious health statistics that can affect families.  Statistics include 16.72% having a substance use disorder.  4.84% are contemplating suicide. This is a concern for courts when mental issues are present in a custody case. A parent might be part of this statistic. It can become a factor in … Read More →

We want our life to be stable. Some want it predictable. Most do a lot of praying to keep what they have. Others sign a prenuptial agreement. We call it prenup. Sometimes, they are not fair. If one spouse gets too little or nothing, the court may reject it. People may feel forced to sign without understanding the terms. A prenup can cause problems later if not done properly. If a prenup isn’t clear or is unfair, it could affect … Read More →

Leaving a home is not an easy thing for anyone. Having children and leaving them is even harder. Parents leave for many reasons. Some for money, others for safety. A co-parent shows up at your doorstep after years of absence. Now, your co-parent wants to be back in your life. Wants custody of the children. Custody is not an easy pursuit. Your children might have gotten used to a routine. The court may not be inclined to change it. You … Read More →

Military service. A career of honor and sacrifice. Part of the sacrifice is being apart from family. Frequent and long deployment takes a toll on military parents and their families. Separation during an ongoing custody case brings uncertainty. Balancing responsibilities while one parent is away is almost unfair.  Military service has its benefits. It has its rewards. Military families can receive housing. They have access to healthcare benefits. It’s all great except for the time you get deployed. Click here … Read More →

So, you’re moving. You’re taking the children with you. Have you told your ex-spouse about it? Are you moving for the right reasons? Are you aware of the rules about moving with your children?  Rules about moving are different in each place. Custody orders can be hard to understand. Moving might change who makes decisions for your children. It can also change where they live. These things can be confusing and stressful. They can affect your whole family. You might … Read More →

Divorces with children are not easy. It’s not easy for you and it’s not easy for the courts. There’s this big question always. Where will they live? You need a good plan. A plan that might be a source of disagreements. It adds up to the difficulty. It weighs on the children. It can be a sad time for the family. Click here to watch the video on What If We Can’t Agree on Temporary Custody During Divorce Try talking … Read More →