By David R. Dawson | Published May 30, 2022 | Posted in Divorce | Tagged Tags: custody, Michigan Child Custody Act, parenting time |
How a Parent’s Personal Habits Can Affect Child Custody
Judges making decisions as to custody and parenting time must consider a number of factors relating to the best interests of the children involved. Among those factors is whether each parent can provide the children with a stable and safe home environment. The moral fitness of the parents — as demonstrated by their behavior — Read More
Read MoreWorking Out Plans Under Michigan’s New Parenting Time Guidelines
Between work, school and extracurricular activities, it’s common for parents and children to have busy calendars. When family members don’t all live in the same household, parenting time must be scheduled to achieve a fair balance. The Michigan State Court Administrator’s Office recently published parenting time guidelines meant to assist parents with creating schedules that Read More
Read MoreWhat is the Role of the “Friend of the Court” in a Michigan Divorce?
Disputes over child support, custody and parenting time frequently arise in divorce cases. In Michigan, when parents cannot reach an agreement regarding these issues, the judge deciding them may get assistance from a “friend of the court” (FOC), a court-appointed official who can play a pivotal role in a divorce case. The duties of the Read More
Read MoreDo’s and Don’ts of Seeking Custody and Parenting Time in Michigan
The thought of losing time with your child is challenging in any case. When custody and parenting time decisions are in the hands of a judge, it can feel like the most important relationship of your life is left to the will of a stranger. But going through a custody conflict in Michigan does not Read More
Read MoreCan Michigan Custody and Parenting Time Be Affected By Where You Live?
After your marriage ends, you may want to start fresh by moving away. Your new financial situation in fact may price you out of the area where you previously lived. However, it is important to know that when it comes to child custody and parenting time, location matters. If you share custody of your child Read More
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