Blume Law Group PLLC

01/28/2026

Now Mediating Domestic Cases in Southeast Michigan! Call for availability.

10/02/2025

I have signed up more "gray divorces" this year than I have any year prior.

It’s something a lot of us are wondering after reading the news about Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban.

03/04/2025

I always love volunteering at this event! Congrats to all!

12/09/2024

Join the Wayne County Family Law Bar for some holiday cheer!!!

11/15/2024

I try to volunteer for these as often as I can. Was such a great day providing help to others. The most requested help was assistance in getting arrearages waived, some of which was actually being handled right on the spot.

Many thanks to the 17 attorneys who volunteered their time last Saturday to help approximately 65 individuals with their child support, custody and parenting time issues at our Child Support Help Program in Detroit. That event was free for local residents and was sponsored by the Salvation Army William Booth Legal Aid Clinic.

08/25/2024

📢 Expungement Clinic Alert!
Attorneys from Lakeshore Legal Aid, Oakland County Bar Association, and Legal Aid and Defender Association, Inc. will assist applicants with the expungement process.
🗓️ Date: Friday, September 6, 2024
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
📍 Location: Farmington Community Library
To find out more and register, go to tinyurl.com/Expungement-Registration or scan the QR Code. Pre-registration is encouraged. Walk-ins are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

08/25/2024

I look forward to seeing everyone on September 20th! Always such a great time. I hear we have great Detroit Lions and Red Wings items for the silent auction! Message me with questions.

08/24/2024

This topic is not discussed enough when the low income earner in a divorce is going to need the spousal support payments considered income to qualify for a new home. As Marc points out, you need a history of 6 months of payments for it to be considered.

How alimony is received plays a critical role in qualifying for a mortgage. It's important to note that alimony paid in advance cannot be counted toward the receipt requirement. Similarly, if alimony is paid semi-annually, it cannot be counted until six consecutive semi-annual payments have been received.

Why is this the case? The requirement to show six months of consistent receipt establishes the income's stability and reliability. This ensures that the alimony is ongoing and dependable, making it a credible source for mortgage qualification.

Understanding these nuances is critical for family law professionals, mediators, and divorce financial planners to guide clients effectively through settlement and negotiation. Properly documented and consistently received alimony payments can make a significant difference in securing the desired mortgage terms.

As a Certified Divorce Lending Professional (CDLP) I understand these nuances can make a significant difference in successfully navigating the mortgage process during or after divorce. Consult with me to ensure all financial factors are accounted for accurately.

06/07/2024

Training with my peers on Traumatic Childhood Experiences (ACES) at the 2024 Family Court Forum

05/26/2024

Plan to meet up with fellow family law attorneys at our Wayne County Family Law Bar Association mixer on June 5th! Free to members.

09/12/2023

Well deserved!!

Congratulations to Vivek S. Sankaran, this year's John W. Reed Michigan Lawyer Legacy Award winner. Throughout his career, Sankaran has dedicated his efforts to improving family and child protection law. He founded the Detroit Center for Family Advocacy, the first organization in the country to provide multidisciplinary legal assistance to families to prevent the unnecessary entry of children into foster care. Join us at the Presidential Inauguration & Awards Luncheon to celebrate his achievements. Learn more at michbar.org/awards.