Do I have to have a lawyer if I am being filed against for custody of my daughter?

Litigating Custody is easily one of the most complex and challenging aspects of Family Law, so I would kindly but very strongly recommend you at...

What is the first step to getting a divorce and can i remove our child from the home

If he is EVER abusive toward you or your daughter in the future, you must report it to the Police ASAP if you hope to get their help -- Police are...

Can a 20 year old male be in a homosexual relationship with a 16 year old?

The age of consent in Michigan is 16, with certain limitations (such as whether one of the Parties is a teacher, coach or in a "position of...

I just received my second MIP. Would the HYTA (Holmes Youthful Trainee Act) be applicable to my case?

Have you been offered HYTA yet? How old were you at the time of the offense? (you must be between the ages of 17 and 21 to plea under HYTA). East...

If a DUI from 2003 in California does not appear on my Michigan Master Driving Record, do I have to inform the SOS in MI?

I would recommend you order your Michigan Driving Record to see if the CA case shows up -- it costs about $8. You can either do it on-line through...

As Mr. Sternisha so correctly noted, an officer does NOT have to "catch" you on radar or laser to write you a traffic ticket. Police officers...

Can the legal guardian change name of minor without legal fathers permission

How did you find out the mother is attempting this name change? Did you receive name change request paperwork in the mail, or did she just tell...

How can I re open my case?

I would kindly but strongly recommend you consult with a Jackson-area Family Law attorney, to assess and confirm everything you should be doing...

Mother and father joint costudy, child reside with father, step mom. Father was arrested and deported all in 5 months. Reason?

I am of course not aware of all the facts and circumstances of your case, but a biological parent ususally has FAR superior custody/parenting time...

Ideally, it should be served via hand delivery, but NOT by a Party to the suit. Most local sheriff departments will serve it for a reasonable fee....