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Alternatives to Filing for Bankruptcy in Michigan
As a bankruptcy lawyer in Michigan, I see many clients with debts – large and small – who don’t know what to do. Credit agencies may be calling work and home, trying to collect on outstanding bills. They may be facing lawsuits or the loss of their home. And on top of...
Lawyer or Online Will – What is the Best Choice for Me?
As an estate planning lawyer, I’m often asked whether online will services or will kits are any good. Will planning kits or online tools are an okay starting point for creating a will. And yes, they’re cheaper than using a trained lawyer to draw up your wills, trusts...
Michigan Bankruptcy Lawyer: Top 5 Reasons People Go Bankrupt
An experienced Michigan bankruptcy lawyer helps many clients manage their debt or file for bankruptcy each year. Bankruptcy is on the rise in America. According to debt.org, bankruptcy filings have steadily increased in the past century, hitting an all-time high in...
What is Family Law, and When do you Need a Family Attorney?
The practice of family law covers a wide area of expertise, so a family law lawyer – or family attorney – may be knowledgeable in a number of areas. In short, family law deals with all family-related legal issues. That includes divorce and division of property, child...
Ask a Bankruptcy Lawyer: Should I Pay Back Friends and Family before Filing for Bankruptcy?
If you are experiencing serious issues with your finances, it’s a good idea to ask a bankruptcy lawyer before you pay back friends and family. Say your best friend loaned you money to help you buy a car, or maybe your parents loaned you money for a down payment on a...
Parenting Time Guidelines to Support your Child at Every Age
Family court lawyers are often asked for help to create a parenting plan. When a couple with children separate or divorce, the welfare of their children is a top priority. If this is you, you may be looking for a parenting plan example to help guide your future...
Does My Estate Need to Go Through Probate?
It’s important to get the advice of a probate lawyer when creating your will or when you inherit an estate. It is possible to avoid probate with a carefully structured estate plan, however Michigan state law requires most estates to go through probate. Probate can be...
Your Divorce Settlement – What is Fair?
Separation and divorce can be a very emotional process, with each party holding a different idea about what is “fair” in a divorce settlement. While some assets like money in a joint bank account might be fairly easy to divide, others, like the family home, may carry...
Bankruptcy Lawyer Advice: 5 Tips to Manage Holiday Spending
You don’t have to be searching for a bankruptcy lawyer to want to control your holiday spending. It’s amazing that no matter how carefully you plan, your holiday budget can spin out of control. So, what can you do to manage holiday spending? Tip 1: Budget in Advance...
Holidays, Family Time and Parenting Agreements
Parenting time is a critical part of parenting agreements. Separate from a custody agreement or child support, parenting agreements set out how you will share parenting responsibilities, how you will communicate with each other, and how you plan to act together in the...