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With many years of combined legal experience, the Family Practice lawyers at LegalGenius, PLLC know well that families in
turmoil often experience needless emotional stress and anxiety. The reason: too many people wait far too long to act on
their family law problems, even after they have become acutely aware that their marriage has deteriorated. They are
immobilized by the impact divorce or custody litigation may have, both personally and financially.
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At LegalGenius, PLLC, we believe an important part of our job is to reduce our clients’ fears and anxieties by thoroughly
explaining their rights, their options, and the financial and emotional implications divorce might have on them and their
children.
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LegalGenius, PLLC is well known as a firm that places the best interest of children first. All of our divorce and family
lawyers have worked on cases in which the court has appointed us to represent children as guardian ad litem. As a
‘kidcentric’ firm, we will place the needs of your children first and do all we can to eliminate the trauma and stress you
and your children might experience from litigation. Because of this philosophy, we are known and respected in the Michigan
legal community as attorneys who work cooperatively and support our clients.
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We know that having a lawyer who is accessible and responsive is of paramount concern, particularly in divorce and custody
cases. That is why every client is given their attorney’s mobile telephone number so we can be reached ANYWHERE-ANYTIME,
morning, noon and night if there is ever a need. We pledge to return your phone calls promptly and to be sensitive to your
feelings and goals as we strive to make the process understandable and as painless as possible. Unfortunately, not all cases
can be resolved through reasonable discussion. On those occasions, our extensive litigation experience effectively and
aggressively protects our clients’ interests in the courtroom.
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| Divorce and Family Law Areas of Practice Include: |
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Divorce: Divorce can be extremely traumatic and difficult. We put all efforts into making the divorce procedure as
simple as possible for our clients. We carefully listen to our clients’ concerns and then represent our clients with
diligence and professionalism. Our goal is to provide outstanding legal representation, while at the same time easing the
pressures that clients endure during the divorce proceedings.
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Child Custody: Child custody proceedings are equally traumatic to that of a divorce. These proceedings are either
part of the divorce or may stand alone in non-divorce settings. There are two forms of child custody. Physical custody
refers to the parent that has the actual physical custody of the child. Legal custody refers to the parent that has
decision-making authority on important decisions affecting the child’s welfare. Both forms of custody may be sole or joint.
The determination of who is the proper parent for custody involves the analysis of several factors set out by statute.
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Parenting Time: Another term for parenting time is visitation. Parenting time is the scheduled times that the child
will spend with each parent. These times are based on the facts and circumstances of each case.
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Spousal Support: Another term for spousal support is alimony. Spousal support is the amount of funds one party may
have to pay the other party above and beyond the property division. Whether or not spousal support will be awarded is based
on the facts and circumstances of each case.
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Child Support: Child support refers to the payment of money one parent may be ordered to pay for the support of a
child, including payment of medical, dental, and other health care expenses; child care expenses; and educational expenses.
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Property Division: Refers to the division of marital property between the parties. Generally, the division must be
equitable, just and reasonable. However, the division of the marital estate will be determined by the facts and circumstances
of each case.
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Pre/Post-Nuptial Agreements: Another term for pre-nuptial agreement is ante nuptial agreement. A pre-nuptial agreement
is entered into before the marriage. A post-nuptial agreement is entered into during the marriage. Both agreements form a
contract by which the parties can vary or relinquish marital rights.
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Paternity: Refers to an action to determine the paternity of a child. The child’s mother, putative father, or the
Family Independence Agency (FIA) may file these actions. It is of the utmost importance that if a party has any question
about the paternity of a child, they should immediately seek legal representation.
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Post-Judgment Matters: Post-Judgment actions take place after the entry of the divorce Judgment. The party or their
attorney files a petition to amend the Judgment of divorce. These matters typically pertain to child issues, such as custody
and support.
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