Michigan Family Law Blog
Can I move out of state with my children?
Once your divorce is final, you may want to make changes in your life. One of those may be moving to a new area. It could be a different state or just another area of Michigan. In any case, if you have physical custody of your children, you must find out if you can...
What factors do the courts consider when awarding custody?
Michigan legislation is unique in that it is one of the few in the nation that expressly encourages parents to come to a child custody agreement on their own, and without court intervention. However, it also recognizes that many former partners may struggle to see eye...
What is the Friend of the Court?
During a divorce in Michigan, the subject of child custody can be a heated topic. If you are in the middle of a custody battle with your former spouse, then you will have to associate with the Friend of the Court Bureau. While the Friend of the Court is not there to...
Can a credit card improve my credit?
If you are one of thousands in Michigan who has gone through a bankruptcy of any sort, thinking about the light at the end of the tunnel can be difficult. While bankruptcy is never an easy process, the entire point of it is to get you back on your feet and monetarily...
DNA testing may not get you out of child support
Men are often distraught to learn that they can become financially responsible for a child even when that child is not biologically their own. In 2014, AJC shared the story of one man in Michigan who owed about $30,000 in back child support. Even though DNA tests...
Automatic 50/50 custody in Michigan
In 2017, FOX17 News reported on the heated debates sparked by House Bill 4691. Also known as the Shared Parenting Bill, if passed into law, it would make 50/50 joint custody automatic between parents in Michigan. Many people believe a bill like this may put an end to...
What felonies are there in Michigan?
If you have been accused of a felony crime in Michigan, it is important to know the nature of the case against you. According to the State of Michigan, the eight different felony classes are categorized A-H. The Class A felonies are by far the most serious crimes....
The importance of the bankruptcy means test
People who plan to file for bankruptcy in Michigan have probably heard of the bankruptcy means test. This may form part of the requirements to file for bankruptcy. While not an actual test in the examination sense, it evaluates a person’s income to see how it holds up...
What are some ways that you can reduce stress during divorce?
The decision to divorce your spouse in Michigan is probably one that took you some time to make. With a confident choice made, now you are facing an uncertain future as you prepare to live life independently once more. Because of the important choices, you will need...
Understanding Michigan custody types
In most instances, children benefit from having both parents in their lives. For this reason, determining custody when parents are undergoing a divorce or separation is highly important. Different states have certain stipulations and regulations for how they institute...
