by Chip Farrar | Apr 3, 2026 | Charles P. Farrar PLLC
A judgment of divorce cannot be granted unless one of the parties has resided in the state for at least 180 days immediately preceding the filing of the complaint and in the county where the complaint is filed for at least 10 days immediately preceding the filing. ... by Chip Farrar | Apr 3, 2026 | Charles P. Farrar PLLC
A parent’s ability to move out of state with their child after a custody order is in place is governed by specific statutory and court rule provisions. The legal requirements and restrictions depend on the custody arrangement and the distance of the proposed move.... by Chip Farrar | Apr 1, 2026 | Charles P. Farrar PLLC
In Michigan, the legal requirements and process for obtaining full custody of a child are governed by the Child Custody Act (CCA). The CCA is the exclusive means of pursuing child custody rights and is designed to promote the best interests of the child while ensuring... by Chip Farrar | Mar 31, 2026 | Charles P. Farrar PLLC
Legal Custody refers to the authority to make important decisions affecting the welfare of the child. These decisions typically include matters related to education, healthcare, and religious upbringing. When parents share joint legal custody, they must collaborate... by Chip Farrar | Mar 30, 2026 | Charles P. Farrar PLLC
To prepare for a divorce or custody case, the following documents and information are required: 1. Case-Initiating Documents: A complaint or petition must be filed to initiate the case. This document should include the allegations required by applicable statutes,... by Chip Farrar | Feb 12, 2026 | Charles P. Farrar PLLC
Normally, when a 401(k) or a pension account is divided, early withdrawal penalties are imposed by the Internal Revenue Service. This would make it cost-prohibitive to divide such an account in the event of a divorce. Fortunately, there are provisions in the tax code... 