Family Law

• Divorce
  While divorce signifies an end to a marital relationship, at times couples can agree to part ways amicably through having an uncontested divorce. For this to happen there must be some level of trust between the parties as well as willingness to cooperate. Uncontested divorce is preferred as it presents the parties with an easy and affordable option for divorce in Michigan, offering them a quick route to move on. So what is required to have an uncontested divorce? This article attempts to provide you with accurate information, helping you overcome any doubts or concerns in the attempt to arrive at amicable divorce.
• Child Support
  Ensure that you have the necessary supporting information to complete the related negotiations such as child support, parenting plan, asset division, alimony, debt, custody among others. It is advisable to be thorough and obtain as much information as possible as this allows a smooth discussion.
• Child Custody and Visitation
  There a certain residency requirements to consider as well if you are seeking a divorce. How property is acquired, professional degrees or occupational licenses of spouses, and one person’s ability to provide for the other are only but a few of the many considerations that one must consider when contemplating a divorce. As unfortunate as it is, the real disputes often involve children. Generally, a determination will have to be made on what is in the child’s “best interests.” When your children are involved, you need to know how custody, support, and visitation rights are to be determined. Remember, your children are innocent in you and your spouse’s differences. A long, drawn out divorce with bitter fighting can be devastating to a child (not to mention expensive). We take some of the worries away from the disputes so you can spend your time where it is most needed, with your children.
• Guardianship
• Spousal Support
  “In a perfect world, families and people would always stay together. But we know that our world is far from perfect. People do separate and divorce and difficult decisions have to be made about the care and custody of children, property division, alimony, etc.”

Criminal Law

• Criminal Defense
• DUI/DWI
  Generally, the Miranda rights must be read to you if you are interrogated while in police custody. If they are not, any statements that you say should be suppressed. Since drunk driving cases do not heavily bank on statements of the person arrested, failure of the officer to read you your rights will not get you out of the ordeal.

Health Law

• Personal Injury
  What you need to know about uncontested divorce in Michigan - Law Firm: Personal Injury & Criminal Defense Plymouth | Barone Law

Trusts and Estates

• Estate Planning
  Michigan has a specific statute that covers the estates of decedents. If you live in Michigan, you need an attorney who is familiar with Michigan probate laws as well as the Internal Revenue Code to effectively handle your Michigan estate plan. Estate planning is a difficult subject to talk about. Let’s face it, nobody wants to think about their ultimate demise. Nonetheless, death for all of us is inevitable. Estate planning is not for you, it is for the loved ones left behind.
• Wills
  Some people feel that if they have a Last Will and Testament, their loved ones do not need to involve lawyers and the probate court. This is wrong. If you have assets in your own name, a Will won’t avoid the probate court. On the contrary, you can think of a properly executed Will as your “admission ticket” to court. A personal representative must be appointed and your estate will have to be administered in the probate court for the county in which you lived at the time of your death. A properly drafted and executed revocable living trust can avoid this.
• Trusts
  A revocable living trust is typically used by estate planners as a method of avoiding probate. If assets are owned by a trust, court involvement is not required to transfer assets upon death. Probate only arises when the legal owner of property dies, leaving no joint owner or beneficiary.
• Power of Attorney
  Without a durable power of attorney, a conservator would have to be appointed by the probate court. This typically requires a probate court hearing and testimony from medical professionals.
• Probate

Finance Law

• Tax Law
  Allows for optimum tax planning using federal and state income, gift, and estate tax law, yet requires no extra tax returns or filings.