I have a lawyer represent me for my visitation for my child

I agree with Attorney Jones. It sounds like it's time to replace this attorney. Your new attorney should (hopefully) be able to obtain your file...

If my ex has food stamps and partial disability from the state can she drop my back owed support her foc person said

Your ex can only waive back support owed directly to her. She cannot waive any money owed to the State of Michigan. You may, however, may be able...

Can I get emancipated?

You cannot be emancipated until you are 16 years old. If you file a petition you must show that (1) you can manage your own financial affairs and...

Is my husband, whom I'm divorcing, eligible for Social Security benefits that I earn outside of marriage?

The Social Security Act allows spouses who have been married at least 10 years to receive a portion of the working spouse's Social Security...

Can Ex wife keep lump sum Retro SSDI payment for 2 daughters when my child support was current? Not in the arrearages.

The short answer is "Yes". I actually argued this issue in Wayne County last year. My client had the same issue -- his child support was up to...

How can my husband get more parenting time with his children from his previous marriage?

This situation sounds absolutely terrible for the children. You must retain a family law attorney to assist you with this situation. I recommend...

What is the criteria to transfer court jurisdiction of custody/ divorce to another state from Michigan?

Yes, you can and should petition the court to modify jurisdiction to MD or Georgia. The petition would be filed in the Michigan court (Oakland...

How do I enforce a $10,000 award that I was given in divorce settlement?

Many divorce attorneys decline to prepare qualified domestic relations orders (QDROs). Instead, they rely on companies that specialize in QDRO...

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My partner was arrested on an outstanding bench warrant for child support arrears.

If he's in on a civil bench warrant for the arrearage, he should appear before the judge within 2 days and be told how much money he'll have to pay...

Emotional abuse? What can I do to keep all us safe?

It sounds as if he has some untreated mental issues. I would suggest that you file a motion with the court to either suspend his parenting time or...