Michigan Law Services, PLLC

06/19/2026

Divorce, child custody, support, and property division can present unique legal considerations for LGBTQ individuals and families. Learn more about LGBTQ family law issues and the legal rights that may affect your situation.

https://www.custodyxchange.com/topics/divorce/advice/lgbt-divorce.php

06/18/2026

Bought your first home? Single Gen Z women should pair homeownership with an estate plan—at minimum a will, beneficiary designations, and powers of attorney—to make sure your house and finances go to who you choose and avoid probate headaches.

Despite purchasing what might now be their biggest asset, women are less likely than men to have any estate planning documents in place.

06/18/2026

How far can police go to search your property for drugs? The Fourth Amendment protects your privacy, but law enforcement constantly tests those limits. If you are facing drug charges, our first step is looking for illegal searches. Contact our defense team today to hold the police accountable and protect your rights.

https://www.scotusblog.com/2026/05/the-supreme-courts-drug-test/

06/17/2026

Navigating a military divorce introduces unique legal complexities, including the division of military pensions under federal law and the calculation of support payments using VA disability. Learn how specific military regulations, tax shifts, and updated estate plans will impact your post-divorce financial future. https://www.usaa.com/advice/divorce-and-financial-stability/

06/16/2026

Inheriting a home with a mortgage can raise important questions about ownership, loan obligations, taxes, and estate administration. Learn more about the financial and legal considerations that may affect your options as an heir.

In many situations when a family member passes away, beneficiaries inherit both a home and the mortgage that goes with it.

06/16/2026

Sextortion preys on kids and teens, coercing explicit images and then threatening exposure or demanding money. Save evidence, tell a trusted adult, and report the abuse to law enforcement or the FBI online so victims get help and the predator can be stopped. https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/scams-and-safety/common-frauds-and-scams/sextortion/sextortion

06/13/2026

Navigating a child support case involves complex state guidelines, parent locator networks, and income-withholding laws. Learn how frameworks like the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA) allow family law practitioners to trace assets and enforce obligations across borders. https://acf.gov/css/parents/understanding-child-support/how-it-works

06/12/2026

To protect your finances during a later-life divorce, you should freeze joint accounts and separate your credit history to safeguard individual assets. It is also essential to consult a financial advisor and divorce attorney to navigate complex state property laws, update retirement beneficiaries, and manage tax liabilities.

Steps to take when a longtime marriage ends

06/11/2026

Estate planning does not always require leaving equal inheritances to every beneficiary. Learn more about the legal and personal considerations that may influence decisions regarding unequal distributions in a will.

https://www.legion.org/information-center/news/planned-giving/2026/january/passing-unequal-shares-in-your-will

06/11/2026

A DUI charge may be classified as either a misdemeanor or a felony depending on factors such as prior offenses, injuries, property damage, or other aggravating circumstances. Learn more about the situations that can affect DUI penalties and criminal charges.

https://www.verywellmind.com/is-a-dui-a-felony-67124