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Your child's future can feel uncertain when you and the other parent are not married. Establishing paternity may address concerns about support, health coverage and long-term protection. Biological and legal fatherhood Michigan law treats a biological father and a...
Transitioning into a co-parenting dynamic is rarely simple. In fact, putting your family's daily routine into a legally binding document can feel overwhelming. But a parenting plan is more than a court requirement. It serves as a framework for your children's...
While your divorce is still underway, you and your spouse may share property that neither of you wants to keep. Selling it can make sense when your living arrangements or plans have already changed. In Michigan, you can sometimes sell property before your divorce...
In the time since you filed for divorce, certain circumstances might have changed. You may no longer want to proceed but remain unsure how to request that the court dismiss your case. Understanding Michigan’s requirements can clarify what to do next. Options for a...
The first few weeks after filing for divorce can feel overwhelming with the information and requirements associated with the legal process. Addressing the practical details of your household and finances early on can help you regain a sense of control and stability....
During a Michigan divorce, spouses must divide their shared property and debts. How they split their resources and financial obligations depends in part on the circumstances of their marriage. Michigan has an equitable distribution statute that requires a fair...
Courts in Michigan do not change custody orders lightly. Knowing the legal standard can help you decide whether your situation is strong enough to pursue. The legal threshold you must meet Under MCL 722.27(1)(c), a court may only modify an existing custody order if...
Parents who divorce typically share responsibility for their children. People preparing for divorce or in the early stages of custody negotiations often need to understand the standards that the courts use when allocating parental rights and responsibilities. They...
Children and teenagers often look forward to summer vacation with anticipation. They want to sleep in late, spend time with friends and enjoy travel with their families. Some even get part-time jobs to buy their first vehicles or save for other luxuries they want to...
For many people, the family home is the most important asset in a divorce. If you are ending your marriage in Michigan, you may wonder whether you will have to split the house with your spouse or sell it altogether. Michigan follows the rule of equitable distribution....