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Marriage communication has totally broken down. He is engaged in an extra marital affair and gambles nonstop with most of his money.
So my order states that I have take my son to his sport event this was made when my son had jujutsu and was a 20 mins drive so my son's father now put him in wrestling a new sport which I was fine with his father went to send me the schedule and I stated to him that I had no problem getting... View More
answered on Nov 21, 2024
Life changes and amendments to parenting time orders are common. In an ideal world, when you discussed the wrestling enrollment, you would have agreed to enrolling him with the stipulation that you'll amend the order to include a limit to how much you will drive to sporting events. At this... View More
I need to file a motion to amend my divorce decree post finalization. I’m in seek of the proper form needed to file this motion. Thank you.
answered on Nov 21, 2024
Most court's have a physical legal assistance center that you can visit or you can always visit the Michigan online assistance center: https://legalassistancecenter.org/
No kids. No shared property. He won’t cooperate with any of her Medicaid forms. She needs Medicaid nursing home level of care.
answered on Oct 31, 2024
Contact the legal aid office in the county she is located in. They can help her file the necessary paperwork, and she almost assuredly qualifies.
I was served divorce papers the server told me I had 2 hrs to pack and leave the house if I came back a PPO wld be served do I have to leave the house just normal divorce papers was served.. I don't see anything stating a time period for me to leave, there is not form stating I must leave.
answered on Aug 27, 2024
Ordinarily, no. But best check with an attorney now that you've been served.
I am in the process of filing for divorce. The car I drive and pay for is in his name. Should I try to sell it back to dealer, or leave him with the responsibility And buy a new one, or wait until the car situation comes up in the proceedings?
answered on Aug 14, 2024
If divorce proceedings have started, it's generally unwise to do anything with assets or property at this point until determined by agreement or the court.
answered on Aug 8, 2024
Is this for spousal support? Are payments to be made through the friend of the court? If so, you need to contact them for enforcement procedures. If not, you can file a motion with the family court to enforce the judgment. His attorney would have nothing to do with it as its standard for the... View More
My ex wife and I got a storage unit together before our divorce, but it was only put in her name. After our divorce she never allowed me access to it to get my belongings. Now she is selling my items. The things in the storage unit were not listed in the divorce. Is there any recourse for me to get... View More
answered on Jul 1, 2024
You are in a tough spot. Why didn't this come up during the pendency of the divorce? Presumptively, you signed or agreed as part of a hearing that everything was included and settled. As a legal matter, any remedy would be an uphill battle for you to establish. The old adage "possession... View More
What are the laws in Michigan about receiving gifts, then asking for it back and being threatened to file a police report that’s it’s stolen property? The kid is 18 and the father is enraged that I filed for a support review for my 14 year (it’s been 10 years since the last order, oldest... View More
answered on Jun 17, 2024
Generally, once a gift is given, it's the receiver's property. Unless the father has some evidence these items were stolen, he's risking filing a false police report - which is a crime itself - once the police investigate and find he actually gave those items and now just wants them back.
Long story short, my brother owns a farm with a house on one side of the street and another house, he built, on the other side. He owned both before he married. He wants and needs a divorce. He is selling the big house and moving into the little house with the farm because she has financially... View More
answered on Jun 10, 2024
I think he needs to think through this from the standpoint that the properties are likely part of the marital estate that would be divided through divorce. There are exceptions to that, but then he needs to consider whether 1) those exceptions apply, and 2) whether it's worth the cost to... View More
Technically is the house still ours until move out date? And can I get into the house by any means to get my stuff out of house?
answered on May 30, 2024
Are you selling the house through realtors? You should be in contact with your realtor. Ordinarily, yes, you would have access to the house until a date determined in the purchase agreement or at closing. But you cannot use "any means". Further, it will depend on what your court orders... View More
Does it matter where the child is born? We live together in Michigan currently.
answered on Jun 3, 2024
It matters greatly and particularly where the child lives as that establishes jurisdiction. It sounds like that would be Michigan for you, which means Michigan courts and law will apply.
I've been married 22 years I have been disabled 4 years prior to being sent away with our son and a house that we shared that he didn't want and I have been paying for all the things that have been going wrong with the house and I only make $966 a month so I'm just wondering if I am... View More
answered on May 25, 2024
I understand you are going through a difficult time and have concerns about alimony and your financial situation after a long-term marriage. While I can provide some general information, please note that laws vary by state and individual circumstances are unique, so it's always best to consult... View More
She says everything we paid for that's in her name she will take because we're not married but ingauged for 23 years
answered on May 16, 2024
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as sweat equity here. Being engaged is not a legal status. What's her's is her's and what's your's is your's.
I've put over 400K into property to develop it and build a huge pole barn, paid numerous mortgage payments as well as put another 10k cash on principle. Since i haven't been able to get on the property and having excuses time and time again I'm leaving but would like to know if i... View More
answered on May 14, 2024
In GENERAL a verbal contract is worth the paper it is written on.
In the case of real estate however, there is an actual rule called the "statute of frauds" that says 'if it isn't in writing it is not enforceable. So -- your assumption was it was 'joint'... View More
My husband and I live in Michigan and are considering divorce. I went to an apartment complex to sign a lease for a new place. His cousin works there and saw me. He called my husband later that day to tell him I signed a lease. I have yet to talk to my husband to share this news yet. I’m... View More
answered on Apr 30, 2024
It's not illegal. Whether the apartment complex has an internal policy about their employees (e.g. the cousin) disclosing information is a separate question that you can address with the apartment complex.
The agreement was turned into the court. I called the court and asked the court if we can stop the judge from signing it as both of us want to reconcile our marriage. I did it without letting my lawyer know. I know not a smart decision, now my lawyer is calling me about it. I'm freaking out.... View More
answered on Apr 7, 2024
Not wise, for sure, to call the court without your lawyer. Your lawyer ostensibly wants what you want; did you think he or she would be mad that you want to reconcile? It makes absolutely no difference to him or her.
If the judgment has not been signed, your lawyer - working with the other... View More
answered on Mar 21, 2024
See if your county or courthouse has a legal assistance center that can advise you on this. In many places, a packet of papers are available complete with instructions.
Am I screwed?
On June 11 last year while I was at church my wife abandoned our marital home and took the kids with her, the very next day she filed a ppo with a petition full of lies and false allegations about me physically and verbally abusing her (with no evidence of course) we had a... View More
answered on Feb 28, 2024
You sound like you are aware this will be an uphill battle. Are you screwed? No! Of big concern is why you haven't seen the kids in 8 months; is that because you never raised this issue with the court or your soon-to-be ex is just not complying with the order? I think with that amount of time... View More
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