step-parent adoptions

STEP-PARENT ADOPTIONS

Although many non-custodial parents involve themselves in their children’s lives, raising them and contributing to their growth as much as possible, there are occasions where non-custodial parents disassociate themselves from their children.  Often, a step-parent will step into the shoes of the absent parent.  Sometimes that step-parent will grow so attached to their new family, […]

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Non-Traditional Marriage

NON-TRADITIONAL MARRIAGES & ASSETS

Nowadays, couples are more reluctant to participate in the institution of marriage.  Unfortunately, they have seen many couples who have preceded them in this ritual, only to have it end in divorce.  These individuals still participate in all of the trappings of marriage.  They live together.  They have and raise children together.  Further, they purchase […]

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ONE AND DONE

One of the most compelling aspects of the NCAA Basketball Tournament is that every team has everything on the line.  Either they win, and move on to a potential Final Four berth, or they lose and go home.  The greatest fear of these athletes and coaches is to go One and Done. A lot of […]

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GETTING OUT OF THE HOLE

People often fall behind on their child support, for a variety of reasons.  They may have an extended layoff, may have a reduction in hours, or may lose their job altogether.  Any number of reasons can result in a person being unable to keep up with their Michigan child support obligations. Unless the payer is […]

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family law in south lyon michigan

WHY FILE FOR DIVORCE FIRST?

When a marriage is breaking down, people often begin to consider whether they should file for divorce prior to their spouse. You should always first consider whether the marriage can be preserved, through counseling or otherwise. However, if these efforts are not successful, the following information may help you decide when to file. There are […]

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Gregory Dean, Attorney at Law

The Law Office of Gregory Dean is a full-service law firm, tailored to assist clients with all legal obstacles or challenges that they may encounter. As an attorney with almost 25 years of experience, I have seen that traditional law firms have left the common person behind.  I have realized that a commitment to individuals is […]

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