If you are a parent of minor children who is thinking of divorcing, you may have heard all sorts of things about how courts decide custody. As with anything, it can sometimes be challenging to separate fact from fiction, and not all that you hear or see will be...
Child custody agreements are generally flexible and up for negotiation as your child grows. Perhaps your child’s needs have changed, or maybe you and your ex-partner's schedules have shifted drastically. In such cases, your initial custody agreement may no longer...
Children, especially those in their formative years, thrive on consistency. A secure and stable environment is key to helping them grow emotionally and mentally healthy. However, life can introduce significant changes that will shake the very foundation of their...
For noncustodial parents, some career opportunities come with a challenging question: How will moving affect my relationship with my child? Michigan’s 100-mile rule plays a crucial role in answering this question. This law, designed to protect parent-child...
In family law, among the issues that can be delicate are child custody arrangements. When parents divorce, they must create a parenting plan to outline their responsibilities and decision-making regarding the child’s upbringing. Further, crafting a parenting plan is...
When moving out of state or out of the country with your child either for professional or personal reasons, it is understandable that the law requires obtaining the court’s approval first since the relocation can significantly affect the child’s well-being and...
During and after divorce, child custody can be a source of conflict between the parents. This topic often includes arrangements involving the child, which might be difficult to define if the parents have contradicting opinions on how to raise their child. If the...
Parents relocating can be a complex issue, especially when it comes to child custody arrangements. In Michigan, courts prioritize the best interests of the child when making any custody-related decisions, including relocations. Here are key points you should know when...
The holidays offer an opportunity for families to spend time together. But when parents are divorced, it can be complex to decide on a holiday visitation schedule that offers each parent equal time with their child. Parenting time Usually, as part of the divorce, the...