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[Video] – Michigan Family Law Q & A With Attorney Akiva Goldman
[Video] – Is There A Difference Between Child Custody & Parenting Time In Michigan?
Child Custody generally has to deal with where the children are, where they are sleeping, and where they are living. When there is a situation where one parent has custody and the other parent has parenting time, that means that one parent probably has the children Monday-Friday and then with the other parent on alternating weekends or a different day of the week. If you have any questions please give our office a call today for more information. This is … Read More
[Video] – If I Give Up My Parental Rights In Michigan, Do I Still Have To Pay Child Support In Michigan?
The short answer to this question is that you are not off the hook as far as paying child support if you decide to terminate your own parental rights. The court is not going to waive your support just because you decide not to see your child. Generally speaking your personal waiver of your time with your child is not going to discharge your obligation to pay child support. Feel free to reach out to our office today if you … Read More
[Video] – I Want More Parenting Time In Michigan, But I Don’t Want To Rock The Boat With The Other Parent. What Do I Do?
This is a very interesting situation especially when the parents are not married. This involves one parent worried about starting legal proceedings and making things worse. If you feel scared of the other parent, this can be perceived as weakness, you will be walked all over and you will never get more parenting time. You need to immediately contact a skilled attorney and file a petition for joint custody as well as a request for immediate parenting time. If the … Read More
[Video] – How To Handle Divorce For Business Owners & Professionals In Michigan
When you have people who have been married for a long time and have substantial resources like a business, then this divorce case becomes more complicated when compared to a divorce with no assets. If the business was developed during the marriage, then the business is a marital asset that needs to be evaluated and divided. The parties may not agree on the evaluation which can create some difficulty and may involve buying out one party of the business. In … Read More
[Video] – How To Handle A Custody Case That Involves Sexual Abuse Allegations In Michigan
You have to realize that the focus of child custody is what is in the best interest of the child. When the court has to determine who should custody between the mother and father, the court considers a number of factors. If there is a situation where one parent is subjecting the child to any type of abuse, this must be brought to the attention of the court so that they can protect the child if it is happening. Oftentimes … Read More
[Video] – How Goldman & Associates Law Firm Can Help With Your International Child Custody Case In Michigan
If you come before the court here and request visitation, then you are going to need to provide a great reason why they should accommodate and honor that request. You will also have to be able to explain the logistics of travel and who is paying for the travel. You will probably have to come before the court to make compromises as it relates to parenting time. Contact our office today for more information regarding child custody cases in Michigan. … Read More
[Video] – How Does Discovery Work In A Michigan Divorce?
In a general civil case, there is always a discovery phase which allows the parties to learn about the case. In a divorce case, the discovery phase is usually targeted towards assets or custody issues that will become relevant during the divorce case. The tools used during discovery include depositions, use of subpoenas, requests to produce, among other tools. Contact our office today for a complimentary phone consultation. This is a must watch video for anyone who wants to discover … Read More
[Video] – How Do I Protect My Business In A Michigan Divorce?
If the business was owned by the husband and wife and the parties intend to continue the business as their sources of income, then they may be able to work out alternating schedules. The problem becomes when you have a business with perhaps multiple partners and when it needs to be distrusted properly. Each case is fact specific and case by case analysis needs to be done to determine how to address all of the issues. If you have any … Read More
[Video] – How Do I Handle A Military Divorce In Michigan If My Spouse Is Overseas?
Your rights do not change when it comes down to you coming before the court and asking for a divorce. What complicates matters involves technical matters such as service or military benefits. You should remember that just because your spouse is deployed, doesn’t mean you can’t file for divorce. However the court may have special requirements for how the process can be completed. Contact our office today for more information regarding military divorce in Michigan. This is a must watch … Read More