If a Michigan parent was disorganized before a divorce, finding that sense of organization will be crucial after the divorce, especially if the couple has children. When school is out, child custody arrangements may drastically change. When it comes to scheduling...
Child Custody
Weiner’s guilty plea may harm his bid for child custody
It seems as though former congressman Anthony Weiner can't catch a break. After his public disgrace when the press revealed that he had carried on cyber affairs with several women, he was then accused of texting lewd messages to a 15-year-old girl. Weiner's wife, U.S....
The emotional rollercoaster of child custody battles
It is likely that you have spent recent years attending to the needs of your children. This may have involved a combination of working hard to provide the necessities of life and happily spending time nurturing and teaching your little ones. The bond between a parent...
Child custody battle brings an unusual ruling
Sometimes, a judge must make a difficult decision in family court. This may be especially true in child custody cases when the court must determine what situation will be in a child's best interests. While every family in Michigan and across the country is unique,...
Overnight child custody for fathers benefits children and parents
A recent university study may give hope to fathers in Michigan who long for more time with their children after a divorce. While commonly accepted research indicates that children benefit from equal time with mothers and fathers, child custody is typically granted to...
Could you start a business with your ex to help your co-parenting?
A lot of people experience immense relief when their divorce is final. All the paperwork, property inventories, negotiation, legal wrangling and such is finally over. Now you can move on into the bright, fresh day and start having fun with your kids. Right?That's a...
How will I see my children after the divorce? 4 parenting time disputes explained
There are few questions about getting a divorce that are more emotional than, "What will happen with my time with my children?" Although your marriage did not work out the way you'd hoped, you still want to be in your children's lives as much as possible, and make the...
Parenting time plans: Finding the right mix of flexibility and stability
As summer quickly approaches, many families here in Fowlerville and across the country are gearing up to transition to a more relaxed summer schedule. For divorced families, there can be some anxiety during this time of the year managing custody issues. Will an...
What rights do I have as an unmarried father?
Many couples choose, for whatever reasons, not to marry. Of course, that is their right, and it is up to them as consenting adults to determine the best course of action for their relationship. When an unmarried couple has children, though, the father may find himself...
Do mothers have the upper hand in child custody disputes in Michigan?
Many people assume fathers always face an uphill battle in child custody disputes. Do mothers really always have the advantage?In Michigan, the Child Custody Act is gender-neutral. In fact, it favors shared parenting plans in which the child will continue to have...