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Divorce doesn’t freeze your life in place. Jobs change. Children grow. Incomes rise and fall. Health declines. New relationships form. Yet the court order from your divorce continues to govern child support, spousal support, custody, and parenting time — often based on circumstances that no longer exist. For families in St. Clair County, modifying a … Read more
Michigan’s 2025 child support changes were quiet on paper—but loud in their impact. Medical expenses and childcare costs now shift more financial responsibility between parents, often in ways that surprise people who assume their existing orders already “account for that.” A year later, many parents are still operating under outdated assumptions. Some are absorbing costs … Read more
For many same-sex couples in Michigan, divorce is not just the end of a marriage—it is the first time the legal system fully examines a relationship that existed long before marriage was legally possible. Assets may have been accumulated, careers built, and children raised years before the law caught up. While Michigan courts now treat … Read more
In a military divorce, the most valuable asset is often invisible until it’s gone. Retirement pay, disability elections, and survivor benefits don’t sit in a bank account—but decisions made during divorce can determine whether tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars will ever be paid at all. Unlike civilian divorces, military divorces operate at the … Read more
In Michigan, living together and raising a child does not make you legal parents in the eyes of the law. There is no “common-law custody,” no automatic visitation rights, and no obligation to support a child—unless paternity has been formally established. This reality catches many unmarried parents off guard. Fathers who have been present since … Read more
Since Michigan’s child support formula updated in January 2025, questions about modifying existing orders have surged. Parents on both sides are wondering the same thing: does this change mean my support order should be different? The answer depends on your specific circumstances. Formula updates alone don’t automatically trigger modifications, but they can provide grounds for … Read more
Deciding to end your marriage is one of the most difficult choices you’ll ever make. Once you’ve made that decision, understanding what comes next can help reduce some of the anxiety. The divorce process in Michigan follows a structured path, and knowing what to expect at each stage makes the journey more manageable. Michigan is … Read more
You spent years building a home, raising children, and supporting your spouse’s career. You managed schedules, handled emergencies, and made countless sacrifices so your family could thrive. Now you’re facing divorce, and you’re terrified about what comes next. If you’re a stay-at-home mom—or any parent who left the workforce to care for your family—the prospect … Read more
Going through a divorce or custody dispute is stressful enough without spending months in court battles that drain your finances and emotional reserves. There’s a better way. Family law mediation offers Michigan families an alternative that’s typically faster, less expensive, and far less adversarial than traditional litigation. Mediation isn’t about giving up or giving in. … Read more
If you pay or receive child support in Michigan, 2025 brought changes that could directly affect your family’s finances. The Michigan Child Support Formula—the guidelines courts use to calculate support—was updated with new rules for medical expenses and childcare costs. These aren’t minor technical adjustments. For many families, the changes mean it’s time to revisit … Read more