Following the loss of a loved one, the most important thing to do is read their will—if they have one...

Michigan has been a no-fault divorce state since 1970, making it easier for couples to divorce since couples...

Some of the most frequent questions we receive as family law attorneys relate to paternity, and it’s not a surprise...

When most people think of real estate law, they imagine the typical inconveniences that sometimes arise when...

Many married couples own and operate businesses together. For some, it works remarkably well...

Adoption is a noble choice for would-be parents in Michigan who wish to provide a child with a brighter future...

It is a frightening prospect for anyone to think about: being too sick or too severely injured to speak on your own behalf...

The state of Michigan is considered an equitable division state, meaning that the courts strive to distribute...

In January of 1971, Michigan became what is known as a no-fault divorce state. This means...

Family law has changed quite dramatically in the United States over the past fifty-plus years...

No one particularly likes to think about their own mortality, but estate planning is a crucial part of family law...

Some of the most frequent questions we receive as family law attorneys relate to paternity, and it’s not a surprise...

One of the most common complications arising from divorce is determining custody, both legal and physical...

In Michigan, a no-fault divorce state, family courts are very concerned with the rights of minors...

Divorce is complicated, and it is made much more so when you and your spouse have children together...

Family law is a broad area of law, encompassing everything from marriage, divorce, child custody, and paternity...

If you’ve entered into a relationship with an attorney for the first time, you might be wondering what constitutes proper conduct...

While in the midst of moving forward with divorce proceedings, both parties have a lot of valid concerns...

During divorce proceedings, parents’ first concern is often their children. Minors are impacted by divorce in many significant ways, having to adapt to a new residence...

Divorce is rarely a simple procedure, but your stress can be eased by arming yourself with knowledge of how to navigate the Michigan court system before you begin...

When untangling the convoluted, messy labyrinth that is family law, one may easily become overwhelmed and frustrated. Occasionally, as family lawyers in Grand Rapids, we receive questions about how ex parte motions and orders work...

Michigan is a no-fault divorce state, but it is important to keep in mind that once a divorce complaint is filed, you can’t simply walk away like your marriage never happened...

It goes without saying that Zoom has overtaken our lives. While it would have been unfathomable that court appearances would...

Some of the most common questions we receive from our clients interested in estate planning relate to beneficiaries and trustees...

There’s no getting around the fact that divorce is a complicated and messy affair...

For most people, purchasing a home or property is one of the most significant investments they will ever make. So whether you’re a young professional buying a starter home...

Most of us would prefer not to think about it until absolutely necessary when it comes to end-of-life legal matters...

There are few certainties in life, but estate planning is necessary in order to prepare for your legacy and secure your family’s future...

The legal process of asset distribution is known as probate, and each state’s probate laws vary. Should an individual pass in another state, the probate laws are likely to be different...

Family law is notoriously messy. Divorce can disrupt even the most stable families, causing bitterness between spouses and leaving children in the crossfire, wondering where their loyalty should lie. In some cases, spouses part ways civilly, and child support always arrives on time...

There are various reasons why grandparents may wish to pursue legal adoption for their grandchildren, including parental abuse, neglect, and addiction. Some 120,000 Michiganders...

The division of property in a divorce can be one of the most complicated aspects of the process, but couples with shared business assets face considerably more complex challenges...

The holidays are a challenging time for families in the middle of a divorce. To add insult to injury, very reasonable concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic have only further compounded the stress this time of year...

Alimony, a term also known as “spousal support,” is calculated according to a mathematical formula in the state of Michigan. However, other factors come into play which can affect the final alimony determination...

Divorce can be a disruptive and challenging time in the lives of Michigan families. Fortunately, with legal and physical custody arrangements in place, children can find balance and maintain a healthy relationship with both parents...

The back-to-school season is notoriously stressful for parents under normal circumstances. The COVID-19 crisis adds a layer of complexity, leaving many uncertain whether it is safe to send the kids back to school, and school districts divided on how to...

When a loved one passes away, a variety of complex emotions are likely to follow, from sadness to anger to panic. The average cost of a funeral in the United States is between $7,000 and $12,000...

According to recent statistics, the state of Michigan is currently seeing its lowest divorce rates since the 1960s. However, in our state, including Grand Rapids, divorce is still a very common procedure that impacts everything from finances to family...

An unprecedented global healthcare crisis like COVID-19 has blindsided many individuals. If you feel unprepared, you’re not alone: with coronavirus developments changing by the day, no one is certain what is around the next corner.....

Divorce is a tumultuous and painful experience for everyone involved. Emotional and psychological effects inevitably have a disruptive effect on families, particularly when both spouses part ways in a less than amicable manner....

Divorce can be a tumultuous experience for any family, but fortunately, it doesn’t need to be chaotic and disruptive. In Michigan, a no-fault divorce state, if one spouse wishes to part ways, the divorce court must proceed....