Even under the best circumstances, divorce can be difficult and emotionally stressful. Lorrie J. Zahodnic, P.C. is a Macomb divorce law firm that has served Macomb County and surrounding areas in family law matters for over 20 years. Ms. Zahodnic provides divorce and related family law 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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Michigan divorce lawyer—legal accomplishments
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.
Legal help with divorce
Clients often turn to us for legal help with the following aspects of divorce:
Mediation/counseling: Although spouses may receive help through the court to participate in voluntary mediation on custody disputes, mediation is not required.
Property distribution: Michigan is an equitable distribution state. This means that marital property is distributed based upon what is fair rather than an equal distribution.
Spousal support: Either party may be ordered to pay spousal support. However, spousal support typically terminates if the supported spouse remarries.
Macomb child support law firm—custody and support
The Michigan family court strongly encourages joint custody. However, if custody is disputed, the court determines custody based on your child’s best interest.
Child support payments are calculated using the Michigan Child Support Formula. Typically, child support is continued until your child’s 18th birthday. However, support may continue until your child is 19 years and six months old if he or she is a full-time student. An experienced Macomb child support law firm can assist you in determining what child support you can expect to pay or receive.
Meeting your family law needs
We understand that your family’s legal issues can be the source of emotional stress and worry. We treat your family like our family. Contact Lorrie J. Zahodnic, P.C. online or call 586-412-2000 to learn how we can help you with your family law matter.