When Can You Modify Custody Orders in Michigan?

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Child custody is one of the biggest issues that divorcing parents face – and many parents don’t really understand the way the courts view the situation. In general, the court expects parents to set aside their own wants or needs and resolve their custody disputes based on the “best interests of the child.” What if […]

Can a Child Choose Which Parent to Live With in Michigan?

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Can Your Child Choose Where They Live After Divorce? When parents divorce, one of the biggest questions they face is where their children will live. In Michigan child custody cases, most parents and courts seek a parenting plan that allows both parents to remain active in their children’s lives. This often means sharing custody and parenting time to […]

Co-Parenting Communication Tips for Michigan Parents

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Having to deal with an ex after divorce isn’t always easy, but it’s likely necessary if you share children with each other. The most effective co-parenting communication is calm and focused on the children. Determining how to make the situation work for you is important because children can thrive when their parents act either as […]