Family Law Blog

What You Need to Know When The Judge Appoints a Guardian ad Litem for Your Child

By: Bailey Vos Michigan family law places the highest priority on protecting the best interests of the child. In custody disputes and divorce cases involving children, the court’s focus is not on what feels most fair to either parent, but rathe… Read More

My Ex Wants to Change Our Custody Agreement Before School Starts. Do They Have the Right To?

By: Bailey Vos As summer winds down and the school year approaches, custody disputes often start to heat up. Whether it’s the pending change in routine or some other reason that causes an ex to stir up the parenting-time pot, it’s not uncommon fo… Read More

What Can I Do If My Ex Stopped Paying Child Support?

By: Bailey Vos Raising children can cause real financial strain for many families. Between the rising cost of housing, food, childcare, school expenses, and everyday household costs, ensuring your kids stay safe and healthy generally requires financi… Read More
Categories: Child Support
Can I Move Out of Michigan with My Child After Divorce

Can I Move Out of Michigan with My Child After Divorce?

Having children can mean putting down roots, but sometimes circumstances in life require us to become transplants. After a divorce, however, relocating with children is not as simple as packing up and leaving. Michigan law places specific limits on w… Read More
Summer Custody Schedules in Michigan: What to Do When Your Ex Isn't Following the Plan

Summer Custody Schedules in Michigan: What to Do When Your Ex Isn't Following the Plan

When school’s out for summer, routines tend to loosen up. While that can be a welcome break for kids (and potentially even reduce day-to-day stress for parents) it can also create added challenges for co-parents. These challenges often become more… Read More
Protecting Your Financial Future During Divorce

Protecting Your Financial Future During Divorce

By: Bailey Vos For many people, the financial side of divorce isn’t just a consideration — it’s the foundation of every decision that follows. From where you’ll live to whether support will be involved, nearly every aspect of the process is s… Read More
How to Modify a Custody Agreement in Michigan

How to Modify a Custody Agreement in Michigan

By: Bailey Vos Life after divorce rarely follows a straight path. Jobs change, children develop new needs, and life can throw unexpected curveballs your way. A custody agreement that once worked for your family may no longer reflect your new reality.… Read More
Can Spousal Support Be Ch…

Can Spousal Support Be Changed After Divorce?

By: Bailey Vos Spousal support (often called alimony) helps spouses transition financially after divorce. But life changes, including job transitions, income changes, health incidents, remarriage, or changes in custody, can make an existing support o… Read More

How Michigan Courts Calculate Child Support in 2026

By: Bailey Vos Child support is a real concern for Michigan families, as it can have significant financial implications for all parties involved. What’s important to know is that child support isn’t set arbitrarily. It follows a detailed statewid… Read More
How Judges Determine the…

How Judges Determine the Best Interests of the Child in Michigan

When parents separate or divorce, custody decisions can feel deeply personal and understandably emotional. Many parents worry about whether a judge will truly see their child as more than a case file. In Michigan, the law is clear: custody decisions… Read More