10 Factors Used to Determine if a Parent is Unfit for Custody

10 Factors Used to Determine if a Parent is Unfit for Custody   What Determines an Unfit Parent   No parent is perfect so little imperfections will not strip a parent of their rights, however, being an unfit parent will cause the court to reduce or limit the interaction between that parent and the child […]

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How to file a custody case for a child living outside of Michigan

Where Should I File My Custody Case?   You must file your custody case in your child’s “home state.” A court in any of the states in which The Lockwood Legal Group, LLC practices, which currently include Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, and Illinois, will only have jurisdiction if that state is your child’s home state.    […]

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How to establish Michigan paternity involving a married woman

How to establish Michigan paternity when a pregnant woman is married   There are three main ways to establish paternity in Michigan. Those methods are: Both parties signing an Affidavit of Parentage before a notary public Having a court order paternity determination through a DNA test Being married to a woman at the time she […]

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How To File For Custody In Michigan

Who Can file a Child Custody Case in Michigan?   Sometimes a person other than a parent can file a custody case, such as a grandparent or legal guardian. This article talks only about the most common type of custody case: between the child’s parents. If you are a guardian or non-parent relative who wants […]

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When is a parent unfit for custody

When Is a Parent Unfit for Custody There are times when a couple is separated, and one of the parents is unfit to care for the child. An unfit parent is defined as someone who is unable to provide the proper care and guidance a child needs in a home. When an unfit parent raises […]

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Frequently asked Michigan child custody questions

Who will get custody of our child? Below our attorneys provide answers to frequently ask question with regards to Michigan child custody laws.The Michigan Child Custody Act presumes it is in the best interests of a child to have a strong relationship with both parents. Courts in Michigan use 12 factors called the best interest […]

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Parent’s Rights In DCS Investigations

What Are Your Rights As A Parent In DCS Investigations   The Indiana Department of Child Services hotline has seen a 20 percent increase in child abuse and neglect reports since 2012, records show.   This article explains the basics of DCS child abuse cases. It is applicable to both Indiana and Michigan law.   […]

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Child custody in Michigan FAQs

Below are some of the most frequently asked questions from clients regarding Michigan custody cases. If you think you might have a need for a child custody lawyer, Jim Lockwood specializes in family and custody law. Contact The Lockwood Legal Group today for a free consultation or give Jim a call at his office phone […]

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