Divorce
Children
Articles and News
Payment
About Daniel
Ph. 248-399-3300
Contact

September 12, 2018 Daniel Findling

Payment Portal

We

Search for:

Articles and News

Spousal Support in Michigan. How can you get it or will you have to pay?

Michigan Compiled Laws Section 552.23 provides that a Michigan court can order spousal support if the estate and effects awarded to either party are insufficient for his/her support. The post Spousal Support in Michigan. How can you get it or will you have to pay? appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

COVID-19, The Financial Markets, Black Swan and Divorce

What is a “Black Swan” event and why do financial and news outlets from Forbes to Yahoo and CNN to the Wall Street Journal keep using this mystifying term? Black swan events generally are unpredictable events far beyond what is typically expected and have potentially severe and catastrophic consequences. While some leading epidemiologists and public[...] The post COVID-19, The Financial Markets, Black Swan and Divorce appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

Can a court force you to stay in business with your ex?

There is an old adage in Michigan Divorce and Family Law cases. “You do not want your ex as a business partner”. However, in a recent Houghton Circuit Court case, that is exactly what the trial court ordered. On Appeal, the Michigan Court of Appeals address the issue if a divorce court can force you[...] The post Can a court force you to stay in business with your ex? appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

The CARES stimulus in a Michigan divorce – who gets the money?

As you are almost certainly aware, President Trump signed the CARES act on Friday, March 27, 2020. This act provides that individuals with an income lower than $75,000.00 and couples filing joint tax returns with incomes lower than $150,000.00 total are entitled to a “stimulus credit” in the amount of $1,200.00 and $2,400.00 respectively. Additionally,[...] The post The CARES stimulus in a Michigan divorce – who gets the money? appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

COVID-19: THE CONCERNING SURGE OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

COVID-19 is responsible for a concerning increase in domestic violence as well as a depletion of resources available to those in need. The post COVID-19: THE CONCERNING SURGE OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

Ex parte status quo orders and restraining order video

There are two common ex parte orders entered in a Michigan divorce case. The first is called a financial status quo order and the second is a restraining order regarding property transfer. The post Ex parte status quo orders and restraining order video appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

Child Custody Jurisdiction

On March 12, 2020, the Michigan Court of Appeals issued its opinion in the case of Negron vs. Watts. In this Michigan custody action, the mother argued on appeal that the court lacked child custody jurisdiction to decide the case. Therefore, the final custody and parenting time order granting father sole legal and physical custody[...] The post Child Custody Jurisdiction appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

Are Zoom hearings in Michigan legal?

M.C.L.A. 600.1420 provides: "The sittings of every court within this state shall be public. . ." Zoom hearings are private. The post Are Zoom hearings in Michigan legal? appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

Laid off or fired because of COVID-19? The time to modify support is now.

If your income has been reduced because of the economic effect of the COVID-19 outbreak, Governor Whitmers’ Executive Order 2020-21 (COVID-19), and an alimony or child support order is in effect, the time to modify support is now. There is no retro-active modification of alimony or child support. Time is of the essence to modify support.[...] The post Laid off or fired because of COVID-19? The time to modify support is now. appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

How do you exercise parenting time during the Coronavirus outbreak?

You should still exercise parenting time during the Shelter in Place Order if safe to do so. See: Section 7(b)(4) of Governor Whitmer's Shelter in Place Order. The post How do you exercise parenting time during the Coronavirus outbreak? appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

Michigan Child Custody Act Appeal – O’brien vs. D’Annunzio

On February 27, 2020, a Michigan child custody act appeal was decided by the Court of Appeals in the case, entitled O’brien, Jr., v. D’Annunizio. In the O’brien case, the mother mother appealed the trial court’s order granting the father sole legal and physical custody of the parties’ twin children. Michigan Child Custody Act Appeal[...] The post Michigan Child Custody Act Appeal – O’brien vs. D’Annunzio appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

Michigan divorce and family law firm remains open during COVID-19.

Findling law, your Michigan divorce and family law firm remains open for business during the COVID-19 pandemic. We can meet by phone, video teleconference and in person. As one of Michigan’s best divorce and family law firms, we recognize that problems need to be solved even during national emergencies. We have also produced comprehensive video[...] The post Michigan divorce and family law firm remains open during COVID-19. appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

How to divide property in divorce video.

This How to divide property in divorce video provides a detailed explanation of property division and Michigan divorce law in an easy to understand format. Under Michigan law, property consists of both assets and liabilities. The core focus to divide in divorce is on property (assets and liabilities) acquired during the course of the marriage.[...] The post How to divide property in divorce video. appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

Can you file for divorce in Michigan?

What if you got married in Florida? What about England? Can you file for divorce in Michigan? As a general rule, a foreign marriage that is legally performed and valid abroad is also legally valid in the United States unless the marriage would break state law (Michigan Divorce law). For example, in some countries[...] The post Can you file for divorce in Michigan? appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

How often can child support be modified?

Simply put, there is no limit as to how often child support can be modified in Michigan, provided there is a significant change of circumstance since the entry of the last child support order. The post How often can child support be modified? appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

Oakland County Friend of the Court

If you are involved in a divorce or custody matter in Oakland County Michigan than you need to know about the Oakland County Friend of the Court.Like the name implies, the Friend of the Court (“FOC”) assists the Oakland County Divorce and Family Court Judges. If an Oakland County divorce or Child custody or Child[...] The post Oakland County Friend of the Court appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

Changing custody in Michigan Video

This video on changing custody in Michigan (custody modification) video webinar provides the most updated information on modifying child custody and an existing child custody order. We believe that knowledge is not only comforting but will put you in control of your situation which is why we created the Michigan Divorce Education Series and in[...] The post Changing custody in Michigan Video appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

How to get Divorce legal fees in Michigan.

On February 4th, 2020, the Michigan Court of Appeals recently issued a published opinion on the issue of divorce legal fees. In the case of Colen v. Colen, the wife filed a request for contribution towards her Michigan divorce attorney fees incurred over several years. Divorce Legal Fees – The law The legal basis to[...] The post How to get Divorce legal fees in Michigan. appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

What are the divorce laws in Michigan?

The divorce laws in Michigan provide that a divorce will be granted upon a finding by the court that there has been a breakdown in the marriage. This language summarizes the no-fault divorce law that changes your legal status from married to divorced. The Divorce Laws in Michigan – No fault divorce. The no-fault divorce[...] The post What are the divorce laws in Michigan? appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

Michigan divorce steps video webinar

With over 21,000 views in just a few years we decided it was time to update another of our most popular webinars. The Michigan Divorce Steps (Michigan Divorce Process) video webinar provides the most updated information on the steps of a Michigan divorce. We believe that knowledge is not only comforting but will put you[...] The post Michigan divorce steps video webinar appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

Michigan Alimony and Spousal Support video webinar

After 109,000 views over 6 years we decided it was time to update one of our most popular webinars. The Alimony in Michigan (Michigan Spousal Support) video webinar provides the most updated information on Alimony in Michigan We believe that knowledge is not only comforting but will put you in control of your situation which[...] The post Michigan Alimony and Spousal Support video webinar appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

How to file divorce in Michigan in three steps?

Although the decision to divorce may not be easy, the basic documents to file divorce in Michigan are not complicated. In fact, most of the documents are available online and free from the Michigan State Court Administrative Office (“SCAO”). The SCAO provides basic forms to help people representing themselves navigate the court system. Most Michigan[...] The post How to file divorce in Michigan in three steps? appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

Child Custody Laws in Michigan – The case of Farris v. Farris

On December 17, 2019, the Michigan Court of Appeal issued an opinion in the case of Kristina Reslin Farris vs. Eric Daniel Farris. The case examines child custody laws of Michigan after the trial court awarded Kristina sole legal custody and sole physical custody of the parties’ two minor children. Eric had a history of[...] The post Child Custody Laws in Michigan – The case of Farris v. Farris appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

Michigan Divorce and Family Law Education

With over 100,000 views, the Michigan Divorce Education Series provides information that matters to you most. The post Michigan Divorce and Family Law Education appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

How to get custody in Michigan

Most people will do anything for their children. Unfortunately, when a relationship is on the rocks child custody may become an issue. So, how do you get child custody in Michigan? We provide answers to this question and explore many of the nuances in Michigan child custody law. How to get child custody in Michigan[...] The post How to get custody in Michigan appeared first on 248-399-3300 Findling Law.

414 W. 5th Royal Oak, MI 48067

daniel@findlinglaw.com.com

248-399-3300

Call Now Button

<img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-6433" src="https://www.thedivorceguy.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2017-Social-media-1.png" alt="Findling Law" width="1500" height="500"/>

We

<img class="size-full wp-image-7457 aligncenter" src="https://www.thedivorceguy.com/wordpress/wp-content/uploads/Process-a-Payment.jpg" alt="" width="296" height="98"/>