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Legal Insights Blog
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At Beier Howlett, P.C., we know the law can feel overwhelming, and our goal is to make it a little easier to understand. This blog is a place where we break down everyday legal questions, share helpful tips, and talk about what’s happening in the legal world in a way that’s clear and practical.
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Family Law Insights
Child Custody FAQ's
There are many things to think about and plan for when going through a divorce. One of the most common, most important, and most challenging aspects is child custody. Here are some common questions regarding child custody when going through a divorce. What is Child Custody? In Michigan, you will find two different types of custody. There is legal custody and physical custody. If a parent is awarded legal custody, then they must make the important life decisions for the child
Jan 286 min read
Co-Parenting During the Holidays: How to Keep the Season Merry
While the holiday season is a time for joy and festivities, it can also be a difficult time for those who are sharing parenting time of a child/children after a divorce. Successful co-parenting during the holidays requires planning, consideration, and collaboration to balance gatherings and traditions for everyone involved.
Dec 15, 20254 min read
Common Family Law Questions Asked During the Holiday Season
The holidays are a time of celebrating together with families and loved ones. A time of memory making but they can also be very busy and exhausting. While we strive to make the holiday season special, not all families are the same and some may struggle during the holidays, especially a family that has recently been divorced. Here are a few common questions regarding unique issues that may arise during the holidays for divorced families. How do you fairly divide time with chil
Nov 17, 20254 min read
Common Adoption Questions in Michigan
Adoption can be an exciting event, but it can also feel very overwhelming, especially when you are in the beginning stages of the process. Hiring legal counsel for the entire adoption process to assist you through all obstacles that may arise is highly recommended. This will make the adoption go as smoothly as possible.
Mar 10, 20255 min read
Annulment vs. Divorce
The most common way to end a marriage is a divorce, but depending on the circumstances surrounding the marriage, another option that may be available is annulment.
Jun 2, 20235 min read
New Bill Signed
Last week, Governor Whitmer signed a new bill into law that protects children in the Michigan foster care system. One of the main points of the bill was to further expand the meaning of “relative.”
Oct 25, 20221 min read
Guardianships & Conservatorships
There may come a time when a minor child will need someone other than a parent to care for them or manage their assets, or an adult will need someone to care for them or act on their behalf when it comes to their financial or personal affairs. When this type of situation occurs, a guardian or conservator may be appointed by the probate court.
Sep 12, 20224 min read
Contested vs. Uncontested Divorce
The State of Michigan is considered a no-fault divorce state, which means that there is no requirement of proof of fault on the part of one party to obtain a divorce from that party. The only “grounds” required to grant a divorce in Michigan is that there has been a breakdown in the marital relationship to the extent that the objects of matrimony have been destroyed.
Apr 25, 20223 min read
Divorce and Social Media
You should strongly consider suspending all social media during a divorce. Even things you might consider innocent and not detrimental to your case may be dredged up and used against you in trial.
Mar 30, 20214 min read
Impact of Covid-19 on Custody and Parenting Time
Since the coronavirus crisis is also a new issue for the courts, attorneys are stepping into uncharted territory in advising their clients as to how a particular dispute that is COVID-19 related may play out in court. Below are some issues that seem to be arising as a result of the response to COVID-19.
Dec 23, 20204 min read
Rights of the Unmarried Father
It is estimated that 40% of children are born to unmarried parents each year. How does a father protect his rights and relationship with his child without being married to the child’s mother? What rights does an acknowledgment of paternity allow him? What if the father separates from the mother after living with her and the child for a while, or in the alternative, was never living with the mother and child, how can a father obtain shared legal and physical custody of his
May 27, 20204 min read
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