Dedicated Family Law Attorney in Monroe, Michigan
Disputes over child custody and parenting time are some of the most difficult and emotionally complex problems people can ever face. Child support is also a major issue — one that, whether you expect to pay or receive support, it is critical to understand before settling your divorce.
If you are facing divorce now, or dealing with personal or financial changes anytime after divorce, please contact us at Dulany & Associates, PLLC. With decades of family law experience, we are well equipped to assess all options and help you make sound decisions. We have succeeded in asserting and protecting the rights of many mothers, fathers, and grandparents.
Informed, Realistic Legal Representation for Custody and Support Issues
A former Friend of the Court, proven lawyer Jeff Dulany has extensive insight into how Monroe, Lenawee, and Wayne County judges view custody and support issues. It is important to recognize that:
- In any child custody decision, our courts prioritize the best interest of the child over the desires and opinions of either parent.
- The most common outcome today is joint custody, with recognition that children most often do best with both parents involved in their lives. In many cases, we can focus on the best way to divide parenting time.
- A new model for establishing child support is in place statewide. Orders consider both parents' incomes and how many overnights children spend with each parent. We know this model well, and can readily run numbers for you.
Post-Divorce Modifications — Relocation Issues — Visitation and Guardianships
Any child support order entered prior to October 2008, if reviewed in light of the new law, could be subject to modification. You may have to ask for that review, however, and we can help.
A job loss, promotion, or other event that changes either parent's income may be grounds for child support modification, as can significant changes in the needs or well-being of children. We can help you pursue modifications of custody or parenting time as well as support.
Our firm handles a full range of family law challenges, including asserting grandparents' rights, petitioning for guardianships, and assisting out-of-state parents. We can help you — even if you live far away today. Rather than incurring travel costs, call 866-491-3524 today to explore what we can accomplish on your behalf.
