Category: Family Law
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Navigating Family Dispute Resolution in Michigan: Your Comprehensive Guide
Introduction Family disputes can be emotionally draining, impacting not only the individuals involved but also their children and extended family members. As divorce lawyers practicing in Mid Michigan, our team has witnessed firsthand the complexities of family law cases of almost every kind during the past several decades. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore Michigan-specific…
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Divorce and Bankruptcy: Navigating the Intersection
Timing Matters: Filing Before, During, or After Divorce When assisting clients with divorce cases, we prioritize property settlement discussions right after issues concerning minor children need to be resolved. Among critical considerations is the timing of bankruptcy filings. Should it occur before, during, or after the divorce process? Our collaborative approach involves consulting with bankruptcy…
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If I Earn More Than My Spouse, Do We Still Split Everything Equally in a Michigan Divorce?
The Importance of Prenuptial and Postnuptial Agreements in Michigan Divorce Cases It is a common misunderstanding that if one spouse earns more, they should receive a larger share of the marital assets. This belief was more common in past decades, especially when men were predominantly the breadwinners of the household. However, as times have changed,…
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Alcohol Addiction in Divorce: A Guide for Michigan Residents
Divorcing an alcoholic spouse is usually a challenging journey, filled with emotional ups and downs. While the process can be draining and overwhelming, it’s vital to ensure your safety and the well-being of your children. In this article, The Kronzek Firm will outline the suggested steps and evidence required to prove alcoholism in Lansing area…
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CUSTODY AND PARENTING TIME IN SAME SEX RELATIONSHIPS
Perhaps you are wondering about your rights to share custody or parenting time of a child of a same-sex relationship? This is a hot topic in Michigan right now because, as of May 2023, there is a current case before the Michigan Supreme Court dealing with that very issue. Now that same sex couples are…
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What is Supervised Parenting Time?
The idea of having time with your children while you are being supervised or observed is likely unsettling, but a court can order supervised parenting time to parents under when it believes that it will best serve the children. Supervised parenting time happens when a court thinks there have been, or there could be behaviors that…
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Parenting During The Holidays: What to Expect When Your Ex is a Narcissist
Being a divorced parent during the holidays can be tough. Having to share your kids with your ex can sometimes mean not getting to spend Christmas with them when your if your parenting time order doesn’t work out in your favor. But there’s a big difference between taking turns to spend the holidays with your…
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Why is The Friend of The Court Involved in My Custody Case?
This is a question we’ve been asked many times over the years here in Michigan, by clients who are justifiably confused by the involvement of the Friend of The Court. After all, why would they be involved? Surely all you and your divorcing spouse need to figure this out is your respective lawyers and the…
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Are You in Danger of Having Your Parental Rights Terminated in Michigan (Part 2)
Welcome back and thanks for joining us. We’ve been talking about what it means to have your parental rights terminated in Michigan, specifically what’s involved in the process and what you can expect. In the previous article, we looked at what you should do if CPS shows up and takes your kids away, what you…
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Will LGBTQ Families be Able to Foster And Adopt in Michigan?
The issue of rights for LGBTQ people has been a spotlight issue in recent years. With the Supreme Court ruling that gay marriage was to be legalized across the nation, there was a corresponding surge in awareness of other LGBTQ issues. And here in Michigan, one of those concerns is the ability of gay couples…