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Complicated Family Law Matters Require Experienced Legal Help
At some point, a family law issue touches almost every household. These issues are highly emotional as well as legally complex and include divorce, custody, spousal support, parenting time, and paternity. Navigating through this process can be overwhelming — both emotionally and financially. If you are facing a family law matter, you need an advocate who will guide you through the process and protect your interests.
Providing the Right Support For Our Clients
At Ratton Law Group PC, our attorneys are experienced in resolving family law matters including:
Divorce
Michigan is a no-fault divorce state, meaning the party seeking a divorce does not need to prove fault before a divorce is granted. However, the fault may be considered by the court in determining the distribution of assets, spousal support, and division of property.
Child Custody and Visitation
In Michigan, legal custody is the parent’s right to make major decisions regarding the child. Physical custody is where the child lives. If parents are unable to agree on the custody of a minor child, the court will intervene and decide the custody of the child based on the best interests of the child. In addition to determining custody, the court will decide the parenting time (visitation) each parent will have with the child.
Modifications
Once the court’s decision is made regarding custody or support, it can be difficult to change. To apply for a modification, an individual must show that circumstances have changed and require new arrangements.
Division of Property
Michigan is not a common property state. This means that all property must be divided equitably. This does not mean equally, but the court will attempt to reach a fair division of property including money, real estate, and any other assets like investments.
Division of Marital Debt
Similarly to property, debt must be divided as part of a divorce. This can mean consumer debt such as credit cards, educational debt in the form of student loans or mortgages.
Ratton Law Group PC’s experienced attorneys will help you navigate the highly emotional and complex legal issues that may arise in family law cases. We are dedicated to supporting and guiding individuals and families through this difficult process by providing comprehensive legal services in all family law matters while pursuing fair and equitable results.
Schedule A Family Law Consultation Today
To learn more about how Ratton Law Group PC can help you navigate divorce and other family law matters, call us at 313-631-0502, or contact us online and schedule an initial consultation with one of our attorneys. From our office in Royal Oak, we serve clients throughout the Detroit metro area and elsewhere in Michigan.