Metro Detroit Area Child Support Lawyer
More Than 25 Years of Experience Helping Family Law Clients
Spousal Maintenance • Alimony • Child Support Modifications
During a divorce, child support and spousal support are two important factors that must be handled. In the state of Michigan, guidelines are in place for each type of support, but these guidelines are not set in stone. Depending upon the specifics of your situation, it may be possible to deviate from the guidelines and develop a support plan that better encompasses your needs.
At the Legal Center of Jack L. Jaffe, we believe in offering compassionate representation combined with aggressive advocacy. Our clients receive a high level of person attention and can depend on us to promptly respond to e-mails and phone calls. With more than 25 years of experience, we have the resources and skills necessary to help you reach a spousal support or child support agreement that meets your outcome goals.
Offering a No Cost Consultation to Discuss Your Case
During your free initial consultation, Jack L. Jaffe, an experienced family law and divorce attorney, will meet with you to discuss how spousal and child support guidelines may impact the outcome of your case. If you already have a child support or spousal support plan in place and need to make a change, he can also assist you with modification or enforcement actions.
Contact our Detroit, Michigan, area law office to schedule an appointment.
Child Support in Michigan
For the most part, the level of child support a parent may be required to pay is decided based on state guidelines. These guidelines are formulas for determining amounts based on the incomes of the parties, the amount of time a child spends with each parent and the cost of other expenses, such as healthcare or schooling.
If your circumstances vary from the "norm", we may be able to assist you in modifying the amount of support your child receives.
Spousal Support
Spousal support, also known as alimony, may be an applicable component in some divorces, depending on a variety of factors, including:
- The earning potential of both parties
- The length of the marriage
- The health of the parties
- The standard of living the parties are accustomed to
There are two types of spousal support most often recognized by the courts - temporary spousal support and permanent spousal support. Temporary support is set by the court to provide income for one of the spouses during the divorce process. A permanent support amount is granted by the courts, providing for a one-time payment or monthly payment over an extended period of time.
We assist clients in receiving an award of alimony or help to defend them against an on-going financial commitment to their former spouse. Contact us to schedule a free consultation to discuss your legal options regarding spousal or child support.
