Divorce in Michigan can be challenging, especially with children in the picture. This situation can become more stressful for a parent after a court denies this person custody of their child. Fortunately, most courts offer visitation rights that allow parents to be in...
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Child Custody
It sounds great on paper, but nesting can have its downsides
When parents get divorced in California, one of the biggest concerns is often child custody. While there are a variety of options available, some couples may choose to try "nesting." Nesting is a form of shared custody where the children stay within the home, and then...
Watch out for these 4 aspects of co-parenting
Children are usually happiest when both of their parents are in their lives. Michigan family law courts prefer joint child custody to allow parents an equal involvement in their child's life. Creating a co-parenting plan reduces conflict in raising children as a...
How can you represent yourself in your child custody case?
Parents in Michigan who have pending child custody cases must be prepared to fight. Although many people have attorney representation, you can represent yourself in court. This is known as pro se custody. Understanding pro se child custody When you and your former...
How can mediation help you resolve child custody issues?
When parents divorce in Michigan, they may disagree on certain child custody issues. Mediation may be their best option for settling those matters. Understanding child custody mediation If you and your former spouse have disputes on child custody or any aspects of it,...
What best interests of the child means in custody cases
Divorced parents in Michigan need to understand how courts work when determining child custody. One of the major factors involves the standard of what’s in the best interests of the child. Best interests of the child standard The standard “best interests of the child”...
Communicating to develop a parenting plan
As a divorced Michigan parent of young children, it can sometimes feel overwhelming as you try to make a plan that's best for everyone involved. With organization and careful thought, you can reach the goals that you have so that co-parenting is successful. The way...
What are grandparents’ visitation rights in Michigan?
Michigan grandparents have certain rights to visitation with their grandchildren. If you're a parent or grandparent, it's important to understand these laws. What are your rights as a grandparent who wants visitation? Grandparents in Michigan can request...