It Started With Love
WHY NOT END IT THE SAME WAY?
An experienced Michigan attorney handling divorce, family law matters, and social security disability cases with enthusiasm, compassion, and skill.
Michigan Divorce Lawyer
Mindy L. Hitchcock is an experienced Michigan Divorce Lawyer and Certified Mediator who has also completed the Institute of Continuing Legal Education's Family Law Certificate Program. She has a proven record of excellent results for her clients.
Located in Southfield, MI., Our family law firm has adopted a holistic approach to divorce law which is based on a recognition that divorce can be resolved peacefully rather than through traditional means.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How is Marital Property Divided?
Although there is no hard and fast rule, factors for the court to consider are: Duration of the marriage, Contribution of the parties to the marital estate, Age of the parties, Lifestyle and status of the parties, etc.
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When do my partner and I need to have a domestic partnership agreement?
A domestic partnership agreement isn't necessary if you haven't been together long or don't own much. But if you have been together a long time or consider your relationship to be long-term, it's important to clarify who owns what; especially if you've started to accumulate a lot of property. This will prevent an emotionally and financially draining court battle if you do split up. Taking time to prepare a well thought-out agreement when things are going well also helps solidify your relationship.
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If both parents share custody, does either parent pay child support?
Yes. In Michigan both parents are responsible for the support of their children. The court will likely order the higher-income parent to pay child support except in the unusual circumstance where both parents have exactly the same income and spend the same amount of time with their children.
