By David R. Dawson | Published November 15, 2019 | Posted in Divorce, Family Law | Tagged Tags: child custody, collaborative law, customized settlement, holiday, mediation, parenting plan, parenting time settlement |
How Do Child Custody and Parenting Time Settlements Deal with Holidays?
Having to miss holidays with your child due to shared custody can be a difficult reality to face, but with a carefully prepared parenting plan, you can still be there for the important ones. The State of Michigan and Macomb County, along with many other counties, provide model parenting time guidelines. The “best practices” included Read More
Read MoreWhat Happens at a Michigan Mediation Hearing?
Compared to traditional litigation, mediation is often less time-consuming, more cost-effective and more civil. In addition, participants have a better opportunity for their voices and perspectives to be considered. The mediation process can be used to address a wide range of civil disputes, including those related to divorce. In fact, the majority of divorces in Read More
Read MoreIs Income From Separately Owned Property Considered Marital Property in a Michigan Divorce?
When ruling on property distribution during a divorce, Michigan courts must decide whether given assets are “marital” or “separate” in nature. Marital property is divided up as the court determines to be “equitable” based on a number of factors, With few exceptions, all property or income acquired by the spouses from their wedding day up Read More
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