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Q: I am in the middle of trying to negotiate a divorce settlement. I have been told that we must follow the Michigan support formula, but my wife and I agree that, under the circumstances, it is not necessary for me to pay as much support as the formula provides. We both make a very good living, and I have expended substantial funds for the children's travel athletics and other extracurricular activities. Can we deviate from the child support formula?

June 19th, 2017
Posted By
Thomas C. Kates
A: Unless either of you is receiving public assistance such as food stamps or Medicaid, it is permissible to deviate from the child support formula for a number of reasons. Th… Read More
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Categories: Child Custody, Divorce, Spousal Support
Tags: child support, child support formula, deviation from support formula, divorce settlement, Michigan divorce, Michigan support formula, Michigan support guidelines

Q: I feel like it is not necessary to have the Friend of the Court handle my support case. Can I opt out of this service?

April 24th, 2017
Posted By
Thomas C. Kates
A: Yes. If you and the other party during your divorce or custody dispute, or after the judgment is entered, feel that Friend of the Court services are not necessary, you may… Read More
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Categories: Child Custody, Divorce
Tags: Advice of Rights, child support, Friend of the Court, Michigan divorce, opt out