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Although you may have a family doctor, dentist, and even an accountant, you may not have a family lawyer. Family law matters are often the most contentious legal issues you ever face, particularly divorce and child custody matters. Lorrie J. Zahodnic, P.C. has provided skilled and compassionate legal guidance to Michiganders in family law matters for over 20 years. With an office in Clinton Township, MI, Ms. Zahodnic is an experienced divorce lawyer in Macomb County (and other area communities) and provides divorce and related family legal services including:
| • Family law |
• Probate |
| • Divorce |
• Estate Planning |
| • Child Custody |
• Wills |
| • Paternity |
• Trust law |
| • Spousal support |
• Contracts |
| • Child support |
• Social Security Disability (SSDI) appeals |
| • Education law |
• Construction law |
| • Property division |
• Personal injury |
| • Criminal/traffic law |
• Litigation |
| • Real Estate |
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Experience
Attorney Lorrie Zahodnic has been instrumental in shaping Michigan case law through several family law appellate cases. Keinz vs. Keinz changed the way child support and payment of attorney fees to a victimized payee were handled in a post-judgment divorce matter. Another case, lauded by her peers, was also featured in Michigan Lawyers Weekly as a landmark case affecting Michigan family law.
Lorrie's practice was also featured in an interview with sports personality Eli Zaret in Spree magazine.
Divorce
Contrary to what people may think, the first step in the divorce process is to discuss your case with an experienced and respected divorce attorney. It is often the initial things that you do or fail to do in your divorce that can negatively affect your case outcome. No matter where your divorce begins, it can end up far from where you expected. Even when ex-spouses agree to a civil approach, circumstances can cause matters to rapidly unravel into a complicated and emotional situation requiring legal resolution. Ms. Zahodnic has represented clients in numerous divorces and understands the challenges you face and what is at stake.
Child Support
Under Michigan child support law, the amount of support is determined by the application of the child support formula. Several factors are used to determine child support, including:
- Children’s needs
- Custodial parent’s income
- Non-custodial parent’s income
- The standard of living during the marriage
Factors not considered in determining child support include:
- Spouses’ bills
- Non-custodial parent’s lack of visitation
- New spouse’s income (in the case of one spouse remarrying)
- Supporting parent’s employment status
Child support orders may be modified under certain circumstances. However, modifications are not retroactive. An experienced child support attorneys can assist you in petitioning the court to modify a current support order.
With you every step of the way
Divorce is too critical of a life passage to go it alone. A skillful divorce attorney can ensure your rights and interests are protected. Even relatively simple divorces involve many issues and Ms. Zahodnic stands by you every step of the way throughout the process. Contact Contact Lorrie J. Zahodnic, P.C. online or call 586-412-2000 to discuss your divorce matter.