February 2026 - Oakland County Family Law

How to Help Your Divorce Attorney in Oakland County, Michigan: A Practical Guide for Clients in Troy, Farmington Hills, Novi, Bloomfield Hills, and Beyond

February 27, 2026

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Divorce in Oakland County can be emotionally draining, time-consuming, and legally complex. Whether your case is in the Oakland County Circuit Court in Pontiac or you live in nearby cities like Troy, Birmingham, Farmington Hills, Rochester Hills, Waterford, Clarkston, Royal Oak, or Novi, one thing is universally true: you can dramatically improve your case—and save

Divorcing Your Spouse During Military Deployment in Oakland County, Michigan

February 23, 2026

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Charles Kronzek

Military families here in Oakland County, from Troy to Southfield, from Novi to Farmington Hills, know that military deployment takes a toll on marriages. If you’re considering divorce while one spouse is deployed, the process involves more than the usual emotional strain. Michigan divorce law intersects with federal protections for servicemembers, making military divorce during

How Michigan Courts Handle Student Loan Debt in Divorce

February 13, 2026

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Brandy Thompson

With the rising costs of higher education, it’s no surprise that many Michiganders bring tens of thousands of dollars in student loan debt into the marriage or run up student loan debt during the marriage. Divorce often raises difficult financial questions, and in Oakland County divorces, student loan debt is one of the most common

Establish Paternity in Oakland County

February 11, 2026

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Charles Kronzek

Establishing paternity is one of the most important legal steps for unmarried parents in Michigan. Whether you are a mother seeking child support or a father trying to establish custody or parenting time, understanding your rights under Michigan paternity law is crucial. In Oakland County, home to cities like Troy, Royal Oak, Farmington Hills, Farmington,

Divorce Involving a Business in Oakland County, Michigan (Part 2)

February 9, 2026

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Brandy Thompson

As we discussed in our previous blog post, Michigan law treats businesses as marital property when they were formed or grew in value during the marriage. Therefore, making an accurate valuation of the business and strategic planning is essential to getting a fair settlement in your divorce case. Here, we are going to discuss the

Divorce Involving a Business in Oakland County, Michigan (Part 1)

February 6, 2026

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traci

For Michigan business owners in and around Oakland County communities like Troy, Rochester Hills, Novi, Birmingham, and Bloomfield Hills, protecting your business during divorce requires a strategic legal approach and a firm understanding of Michigan divorce law. A business started or grown during the marriage may be considered marital property, meaning your spouse will likely

Can I Change the Locks During Divorce in Oakland County, Michigan?

February 4, 2026

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Brandy Thompson

For many divorcing couples in White Lake, Novi, Royal Oak, Farmington, or West Bloomfield, or elsewhere here in Oakland County, a common question that arises during the early stages of a divorce is: Can I change the locks to make my spouse move out? The short answer is: no, that’s a bad idea. Let’s break