We handle a variety of Family Law matters involving:
Child Custody, Legal Custody, Physical Custody, Full Custody, Shared Custody, Partial Custody, Visitation, Custody Modification, Filing for Custody, Generations Conciliations, Judicial Conciliations, Partial Custody Hearings, Status Quo Hearings, Custody Trials, Contempt Hearings, Filing for Child Support, Calculation of Child Support, Modification of Child Support, Termination of Child Support, Filing for Spousal Support, Calculation of Spousal Support, Alimony Pendente Lite, APL, Alimony, Filing a Divorce Complaint, Answering a Complaint in Divorce, Answer and New Matter, Petition Raising Claims, No-Fault Divorce, Contested Divorce, Uncontested Divorce, Residency Requirements, Waiting Period, Cooling-Off Period, Equitable Distribution of Property, Inventory and Appraisement, Marital Asset List, Equitable Distribution Conciliation, Equitable Distribution Trial, Martial Property, Marital Assets, Non-Marital Property, Marital Estate, Marital Residence, Date of Separation, Marital Settlement Agreements, Separation Agreements, Prenuptial Agreements, Estate Planning, Wills, Living Wills, Power of Attorney, Health Care Power of Attorney, Protection from Abuse, Paternity, Name Change and more.
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Our expert Michigan Divorce Lawyers represent men and women in Divorce and related family law issues in all counties that are within the State of Michigan including Detroit, Ann Arbor, Allen Park, Albion, Lincoln Park, Brighton, Howell, Saline, Monroe, Blissfield, Romulus, Southgate, Wyandotte, Livonia, Dearborn, Westland, Lansing, East Lansing, Okemos, Warren, Sterling Heights, Roseville, Eastpointe, Battle Creek, Oak Park, Hillsdale, Inkster, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Whitmore Lake, Plymouth, Farmington, Trenton, Flat Rock, Tecumseh, Clinton, Chelsea, Novi, Garden City, Westland, Northville, South Lyon, Milan, Brooklyn, Melvyndale, Ecorse, Belleville, Canton, Wayne County, Ingham County, Washtenaw County, Monroe County, Macomb County, Livingston County, Shiawassee County, Clinton County, Eaton County, Calhoun County, Branch County and Genesee County Michigan.
We offer a FREE initial consultation with one of our divorce lawyers in Michigan. During the consultation, we will attempt to answer the questions you may have and also to give you answers to questions that will arise for you in the future. It is also a time for you to meet the staff who, together with your divorce attorney, will assist you throughout your case. We know how important it is for you to be able to communicate with the attorney on a regular basis and therefore, our attorneys are very accessible. We counsel you in all aspects of your case. After all, this is your life.
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Client Intake Sheets
Before your initial visit to our office, you may wish to fill out the client intake sheets and bring the documents listed below so that we may have complete information to advise you regarding your specific situation. This information is helpful, but not absolutely necessary, to bring with you to your first appointment. The client intake sheets are provided below in pdf format. Please click the link for a printable copy of the sheets.
Legal Separation
As a Michigan divorce lawyers , we are frequently asked about a "legal separation". In Michigan, if husband and Wife do not want a divorce, but wish to live apart, they can ask the court for a legal separation that is known as "separate maintenance." In a separate maintenance action, the parties' assets are divided. Spousal support may be awarded. If there are minor children, the issues of custody and child support will be included. So, this is similar to a divorce, except that the parties remain married and neither may remarry.
Divorcing A Military
Member
Special Rules
We wouldn’t say that military divorce is more complicated. It is different with it’s own unique rules regarding division of military pensions, residency requirements for filing for divorce, certain legal protections for the military member and emergency court orders pertaining to child support. Once you become familiar with the rules and federal laws that apply during a military divorce the divorce process is pretty straightforward.
Michigan Divorce Court & Service of Process
If the spouse of a military member seeks a divorce, the activity duty spouse must be served with a petition for divorce in order for a state court to have jurisdiction over the military member. If the activity duty spouse is serving overseas or deployed in time of war it may be requested that military authorities serve the activity duty member. The active duty member can refuse to accept the service and if this happens you may request the court serve the member.
Military members and their spouses have three choices when it comes to which state to file for divorce.
•State where the spouse filing resides.
•State where the military member is stationed.
•State where the military member claims legal residency
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Is Domestic Violence Grounds for Divorce in Michigan?
Some of the most common reasons people file custody modification suits are:
Moving from one state to another
New spouse or boy/girlfriend of one parent has problems with child
Old order inaccurate to new life changes of parent or child
Safety issue regarding child
Change in residence of child from one parent to another
support issues
Standard visitation in order incompatible with one or both parents’ work schedules
Special medical/educational needs of child
Limit/Remove visitation under certain circumstances
Let Us Help You Protect Your Children's Future
Contact or call our divorce and family law lawyers at 877-271-0131 toll-free to make an appointment for an initial consultation. We offer focused legal representation to clients throughout southeast Michigan. We offer cost-effective legal services and personal attention to your needs.
Fault still can be an issue in property
division, child custody, and
spousal support. The judges may
consider fault when awarding spousal
support or when distributing property, the party alleging domestic abuse may receive a higher award if it can be proved. Additionally, if the case is going to be settled, the party alleging the domestic violence can try to use the violence to help settle the matter—that allows the victim to use the ground as leverage in getting a better settlement than she might have ordinarily received. The abuser will want to settle since he will probably be afraid of what a judge might do should the case go to trial.
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Our Divorce Lawyers Are On Your Side Our Experienced and Professional Family Law Attorneys Listen To Your Case And Want To Help You Through The Divorce Process
Aggressive Divorce lawyers successfully representing clients in hundreds of tough Michigan divorce cases
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Is infidelity (cheating) a real ground for divorcein Michigan
Michigan is a "no-fault" state. This means that you do not have to prove adultery or cruelty or any other “grounds’ for divorce. You only have to show that your marriage has broken down and you cannot get back together. as husband and wife.
What is the difference
between a divorce and an
annulment?
A divorce differs from an annulment in the respect that an annulment, if granted, erases the fact the couple was ever married. A divorce, however, stays on record. It is very difficult to get an annulment, though. If you are considering having your marriage annulled, you should ask our divorce lawyer by calling 313-982-0010 to see if you meet the criteria.
How long will it take to get divorced in Michigan?
A simple uncontested divorce without children can be processed by circuit court in Michigan within 60 to 90 days. There is a mandatory 60-day waiting period (without children) and 180-days (with children) between the time the other party is served with the complaint for divorce and when the Court can sign the divorce judgment. In Michigan A complex contested divorce action, involving contested custody, support. valuation and property issues can take from six months to one to three years.
I bought the house we live in prior to the marriage. Does my spouse have any interest in the house, if it’s still in my name?
Generally, if the house is still in your name you own it. However, if payments were made toward the mortgage during the marriage from income earned by either or both of you during the marriage, the parties gains an interest in the equity in the home and the other party is entitled to some or half of that equity. The facts of every case are different, so you need to consult an our divorce and family attorney regarding your set of facts.
Does my spouse have an interest in my retirement?
Retirements, 401ks, IRAs, pensions, stock options, deferred comp and any other similar assets earned during the marriage belong to the marital estate and are divided at the time of divorce. If a party earned some of the retirement prior to marriage and some during the marriage, the part earned prior to the marriage is separate and the part earned during the marriage.
What is Divorce Law?
Divorce in Michigan legally terminates a marriage, separating all assets and liabilities and determines child custody. Divorces in Michigan can be contested or uncontested. Divorces in Michigan can be amicable or heated and frustrating. Everyone’s divorce is different and deserves individual attention by someone looking out for your best interests. You are the one who can determine what you want and what you are seeking from your divorce. An experinced divorce lawyer can help you best achieve those things in your divorce.
What is a no fault divorce?
Michigan has enacted a no fault divorce law. No fault divorce is what is meant by “irreconcilable differences” or “irretrievable breakdown of the marriage.” In general, the only grounds required for one spouse to file for a no-fault divorce is appearing in court and, under oath, declaring that the marriage is irretrievably broken; both spouses can mutually agree to the same. In order to obtain a divorce in Michigan it is not necessary to establish that one or both parties were at fault in the marriage. All that is necessary is that there be a showing that there has been a breakdown in the marriage relationship to the extent that the objects of matrimony have been destroyed and there remains no reasonable likelihood that the marriage can be preserved.
Please note, multiple grounds may be alleged because marital "fault" is permitted to be taken into account in the court's division of property and alimony. Proof of "fault" may be considered even in "no fault" divorces.
Where to file for divorce? Divorce Papers
To begin the divorce process a document called “Complaint For Divorce” is filed with county circuit court. The divorce complaint is asking the court grant a divorce and list any relief the party filing for divorce feels they are due.
The complaint will identify the parties to the divorce and any children they may have. Michigan is a no fault divorce state. This means that either the
husband or wife in a marriage needs no reason to file for divorce
other than the desire to end that marriage.
The person filing for the divorce will be named the “Plaintiff ” by the courts while the other party to the divorce is referred to as the “Defendant”
Before the parties file for divorce in Michigan, they must make sure that the circuit court has jurisdiction. A number of factors determines jurisdiction, but the most common factor is the residency requirement. The parties must have been living in the State of Michigan for no less than 180 days prior to the date of filing the complaint for divorce. You must file for divorce in the Michigan county where you or your spouse has lived for the last 10 days
How Long Does It Take To Get A Divorce?
If no children were born during your marriage and no child is expected, you still have to wait at least 60 days after you file for divorce before your divorce can be final in Michigan. “This is a “cooling off” period just in case you change your mind.
If you have children from the marriage or one is expected, you have to wait at least six (6) months after you file for divorce before your divorce judgment can be granted.
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The Best Interests of Children
Custody and visitation decisions consider the financial health and strength of the parents involved, as well as whether either parent has a criminal conviction or arrest record. As your attorney, we help you prepare and provide the court with financial information that establishes your ability to care for your children. If necessary, our office is also prepared to use outside investigators to uncover behavior and information indicating an ex-spouse’s or guardian’s unfitness for custody or visitation.
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Detroit, MI. 48228
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Divorce Law Firm: We Offer Low Costs Divorce
We offer the best family law attorney rates in town. We offer, what must be, the lowest cost divorces in all family law case with Michigan attorney representation. Our fees are low with a licensed attorney representing you in the courtroom. We believe that all persons should be able to afford to retain a competent divorce lawyer for their family law and divorce matter. We are attempting to help people by giving persons who would otherwise be unable to retain a lawyer, the ability to retain a lawyer by offering a low fixed hourly rate and retainer on your family law matter. We believe that quality, experienced legal representation should be affordable. That's why we do everything possible to make sure that our fees are fair and, most of all, affordable so that you can get the representation that you need.
Affordable Payment Plans ( If Required )
We understand that most of our clients are in financial straits and turn to us foe help in divorce & family law cases. Therefore, we provide affordable payment plans for clients seeking contested or uncontested divorce. We understand that many people who need our services cannot afford to pay legal fees afford to pay all of their fees up front. We are committed to working with you to tailor a payment plan that fits your needs and your budget. Give us a call and we'll figure out a way for you to get the Experienced Attorney that you Need.
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All our fees will be disclosed and agreed to up front and also put in writing. No Hidden Fee Guarantee . No one likes to get surprised with additional legal fees, for this reason, we disclose all known fees upfront.
Divorce Attorneys of Michigan., PLC
18551 W. Warren Ave., Ste 100
Detroit, MI. 48228
Phone: 313.982.0010
Fax: 313.271.2561
Email: Lawyers@zaherlaw.com
URL: http://aaaa-divorce.com/
Meet Our Attorney Sarah E. Steslicki
There are many steps in divorce process, and we normally file your divorce complaint paperwork in a matter of days, not weeks. You will not be charged more just because we do our job on time. We don't offer "expedited" services at double the price. We think all of our clients deserve the same fast service....
We are MUCH FASTER
Types of Cases
We Handle
• Contested Divorce
• Uncontested divorce
• Spousal maintenance/alimony
• MI Spousal Support
•Division of Property in (MI)
•Division of Debt
•Legal Separations in MI
•Domestic Partnerships
•Pre-Nuptial Agreements
•Post-Nuptial Agreements
•Annulments
•Post Judgment Modifications
•Settlement Agreements
•Divorce Mediation
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Your Problems
We provide you with our complete attention and act quickly in response to your needs. We specialise purely in family law so we are the experts. Our lawyers are sensitive, caring and understanding in our approach.
In the break-up of relationships, we will achieve the best result for you whilst avoiding animosity wherever possible, and looking after the interests of any children
Who Can Use Our Service
We handle all sorts of cases, from the straightforward uncontested divorce to more complex situations.
You may not be aware of your options if, for example, one or both of you is abroad or you have no way of contacting your spouse, or maybe you are still living together but wish to divorce.
Contact us to find out how we can help you. We welcome enquiries by email and there is also a contact form. We look forward to assisting you, and helping you to achieve the outcome you want.
Our Divorce Attorneys Serve The Entire Metro Detroit Area Including Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Genesee and Wayne County, Michigan
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Attorney Lee Ann Rutila represented me in a divorce case in Wayne county (MI). She is very knowledgeable about the family law and Wayne county court system. She is a very good listener to her client's concerns and also she is good at explaining the law in a simple terms. She was always accessible, gave my case good attention and acted promptly. When you call ask for Lee ann
"In summary - highly recommended"
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Detroit, MI
"She Is Very Professional and Competent"
" Attorney Sarah handled my case in a very professional and competent manner. Her advice regarding my divorce and negotiations with the opposing party were clear and effective. She listened to my desires and was understanding as to the direction I wanted to take things. Sarah is experienced and has worked with several of my friends, all of whom were pleased with her service."
Sam. Novi, MI
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Types of Cases We Handle
• Divorce in Michigan
• Uncontested & Contested Divorce
• MI Child Custody & Child Support
• MI Spousal Support
•Division of Property in (MI)
•Division of Debt
•Legal Separations in MI
•Domestic Partnerships
•Pre-Nuptial Agreements
•Post-Nuptial Agreements
•Annulments
•Post Judgment Modifications
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All cases for uncontested divorce are finalized during a brief court hearing which the Plaintiff must attend. The Defendant will have to attend only if ordered by the Court
Michigan is a "no-fault" divorce state.
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Uncontested Divorce
If you and your spouse can agree on how to divide your property and how any children will be raised, you can save time and money by doing uncontested divorce. You or your spouse must be a resident of Michigan to file (must live in Michigan for at least 6 months and in the county for at least 10 days.
We serve the entire metro Detroit area including Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, Genesee and Wayne County Michigan
Divorce Attorneys of Michigan., PLC
Our main office is located in Detroit, but we have meeting facilities available in Livonia, Bloomfield Hills and Dearborn*******
$499.00
Uncontested Divorce Without Children + Court Filing Fee
Why pay more than you have to for an agreed divorce?
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