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Do I need a lawyer to help with a "motion to change parenting time" ? (Original order made in Sanilac Co. MI)
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Answered on May 15, 2014
I do believe you need to hire a lawyer. There is a case called Shade v. Wright that addresses parenting time changes that do not change custody. ...
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Can the friend of the court modify a uniform child support order on their own without the consent of the parties?
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Answered on May 15, 2014
My suggestion is that you and your ex "opt out" of the Friend of the Court. Then you can enter stipulation and order regarding a mutually agreed...
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My ex is retiring. What do i need to do?
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Answered on March 24, 2014
Your question is missing some important facts. Is your ex husband in the military? GM? Is there a pension? Are you entitled to some or one half...
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What reasons can u change a parenting schedule ,how can you have one party do the transport of child both ways from city to city
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Answered on February 24, 2014
I agree with the previous attorney's recommendation. It appears that you have proper cause and a change of circumstances sufficient to file a...
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What age does a child have to be to pick what parent he lives with?
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Answered on February 24, 2014
The short answer to that is 18. A child's preference is one factor out of 12 factors that a Judge must consider in cases like this. A change of...
Do I need an attorney to obtain a serafin hearing? Or will I be able to file necessary paperwork without legal help?
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Answered on February 24, 2014
I practice in Kent County, and most of the Judges ask the questions in a Serafin Hearing. However, you cannot count on a Judge doing the work for...
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Should I fight for full custody of my daughter?
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Answered on January 16, 2014
I strongly urge you to contact a family law attorney. When you say "full" custody, I presume you mean physical custody. There are two types of...
Who claims child on taxes if there is no custody agreement and the parents were unwed?
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Answered on January 14, 2014
I agree with the previous attorney's assessment. Federal law applies since there is no custody agreement. However, under a case called Fears v....
How long does a change of domicile typically take within state?
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Answered on November 08, 2013
If you live in Grand Rapids, you will be in Court in Kent County, which is where I practice. Motions are heard by Judges on alternate Fridays, at...
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Can the non-custodial parent refuse to respond to my questions regarding our children? He refuses to respond or communicate.
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Answered on November 08, 2013
Good afternoon. Whether or not your ex is required to answer questions regarding your children depends in part on what your Judgment indicates is...