Unfortunately, no. The court does not appoint attorneys in civil cases. If you are indigent or very low income, your local legal assistance office...

What type of lawyer would I need for a personal protection order case?

I recommend that you retain the services of a family law attorney who has experience in dealing both in domestic violence cases as well as custody...

How much will it cost for a divorce in Michigan

Attorneys charge a variety of hourly rates, informed by experience, and the complexity of the case involved. I recommend that you interview three...

What should I do?

Pre-divorce planning varies from case to case depending on many circumstances. Every attorney has responded consistently, and my advice is no...

In Michigan, neither parent may take the children and move out of the marital home (assuming the other parent opposes the move) unless and until...

What do should I expect to lose in this separation?

What you can expect is to lose your children if you don't fight for your custody rights and parenting time. You won't owe her anything since you...

Our son has said in so many words that his dad is dealing drugs again while he's with him. I need to stop visitation.

The specific answer to your question is that defying a court order is never a good idea. If your son is at such extreme risk that you feel you...

What happens if you recant your statement in a domestic violence case?

I know my answer may upset you, but if you really want to focus on your education, do yourself two favors. One, don't lie to the police. Two, lose...

Is my soon to be ex wife intilled to my workmens comp settlement

Workers Compensation benefits are in lieu of wages, and wages earned during a marriage are marital earnings. Accordingly, the portion of your...

My grandfather owned 80 acres. When he died he left it to his 3 sons. When my dad died he left his share to me.

How the devise was made by your grandfather will determine the answer to your question. Since the trust, will or other testamentary document is not...