Child support is determined by a formula encompassed in the Michigan Child Support Guidelines. The formula takes into account several factors including the income of each parent, the parenting time schedule, tax deductions, health insurance costs, and the number of children. We are here to assist you in understanding these important factors as you go …
Child Support – How is it calculated in Michigan? Read More »
In Michigan there are two types of custody, legal and physical custody. Legal custody is the ability to make major decisions for your child(ren) such as education, religion and healthcare. Physical custody is having your child(ren) physically with you and making day-to-day decision while you have your child(ren). When you hear that someone has sole …
If you have an income or job loss because of COVID-19, Ottawa County Friend of the Court has put in place a process to quickly address your job/income loss. Here is what you should do: Call your Ottawa County Friend of the Court investigator/case worker to request a joint phone conference to review child support …
It is not uncommon for a couple to plan ahead by each preparing a Last Will and Testament to handle their assets upon death. But couples do not usually plan for divorce. So what happens to the Wills of a divorced couple? First, the original Will may end up with whoever takes it from the …
Death of a Divorcee and Survival of the Divorcee’s Will Read More »
Despite our best laid plans, sometimes things in life just happen. While it may be impossible to plan for every eventuality in our lives, having awareness of resources available to assist us and our loved ones can make unexpected events somewhat less challenging. Some of these resources include guardianship proceedings available through a Probate Court. …
Guardianship – authority to act for the care and protection of another Read More »
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