When you make a major decision, it's impossible to be totally prepared to deal with implications the decision might have in your life. This is especially true if your decision affects your children's lives, such as moving to a new home in Michigan or quitting your...
Clinton Township Law Blog
Challenging a ruling in probate court
If you are preparing for legal proceedings in a Michigan court following the death of a loved one, you might be feeling anxious or even a bit afraid, especially if you have no legal background in matters of estate. Proceedings operate under state law, and every state...
Do child support and custody always go hand-in-hand?
Perhaps you’re preparing to file for divorce in a Michigan court. You may have already discussed the issue with your children and extended family members. Now, you’re ready to get down to business to work out details for a fair settlement, so that you and your spouse...
Child custody issues that pertain to fathers
If you’re one of many Michigan fathers who are considering filing for divorce, you might be concerned about issues that pertain to your children. Matters concerning where your kids will live, child support and other issues may understandably be a priority as you...
5 issues common in marriages headed for divorce
When you married your spouse in a Michigan courthouse, church or other location, you undoubtedly imagined that your relationship would last a lifetime. Whether you and your partner were “two peas in a pod” or “opposites that attracted each other,” from your wedding...
Learning to make plans as a blended family
Navigating life as a blended family can be complicated. There is often a mix of emotions, especially when traditions change to accommodate different family members. While you may know that you need to use empathy when working together, it can be challenging to guide...
3 reasons to avoid social media during divorce
You might be one of many people in Michigan or beyond who looks forward to winding down at the end of the day or on your lunch break by spending time updating your social media accounts. Whether you have 50 or 50,000 followers on sites like Instagram, YouTube or Gab,...
How to care for your mental health in a divorce
You may have been experiencing marital problems for months, perhaps even years before you decided to end your relationship. On the other hand, you might relate to many Michigan spouses who thought they had a happy marriage only to encounter a specific issue, such as...
Make a solid child custody plan for summer
Your children might be among many others in Michigan who regularly attend summer time day camps or attend sports training camps or other extra-curricular activities. If they’re not old enough to drive, their summer schedules might be challenging for you in trying to...
Customize your child custody and parenting time plan
When you filed for divorce in a Michigan court, you understood that your decision would have a significant impact on your children. In most cases, family court judges agree that children fare best when their parents can work as a team and develop a plan that provides...