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Laurie Schmitt Family Law

W. Michigan family law specializing in Collaborative Divorce

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    • Spousal Support Modification
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    • Alternative Divorce Options
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Welcome to our blog. Your guide to a wide variety of family law matters. If you cannot find the answers you need here, please contact us here or call us directly at 616.608.4634.

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Uncontested divorce

What Does “Uncontested Divorce” Mean?

You and your spouse have agreed to file for a divorce. You both agree that you do not want to ...
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Financial Recovery and starting over

Financial Recovery After A Divorce – How Do I Start Over Again?

After a long-term marriage, many people find themselves in the midst of a divorce. Their immediate concern is how will ...
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Legal Services Retainer Agmt

What Is a Legal Services Retainer Agreement?

When you hire an attorney, you need to clearly understand what services you will be contracting for, and what your responsibilities will be in ...
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Stopping a divorce

Stopping A Divorce Action In Michigan

If I file a complaint for divorce in the State of Michigan, can I change my mind afterwards? Does the ...
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50/50 Parenting Schedule

What Does A 50/50 Parenting Time Schedule Look Like?

More and more judges are awarding “50/50” parenting time in divorce and custody cases. So, what does a 50/50 parenting ...
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Co-Parenting Mistakes to aviod

Co-Parenting Mistakes To Avoid

It may not be easy to maintain a working relationship with your ex. However, the well-being of your children depends ...
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Prepare for Divorce Mediation

How To Prepare For a Divorce Mediation

Ending a marriage can be incredibly difficult. Unfortunately, many people believe that litigation is the only way to end their ...
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Serve Divorce Papers

How To Serve Divorce Papers

There are several ways to serve your spouse with divorce papers in the State of Michigan. The following are the ...
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Paying for Consultation

Paying For a Consultation

Many people struggle with attorneys that charge for consultations, and only seek out attorneys who provide a free consultation. What ...
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Divorce with attorney

I Can Handle My Divorce Without An Attorney

Many couples choose to separate and divorce amicably. And because you are getting along, you do not believe it is ...
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Truth and Trust

Truth Leads To Trust

You want an attorney that will tell you the truth, no sugar coating. Telling clients what they may not want ...
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Waste Money on a divorce

How To Waste Your Money After Retaining a Divorce Attorney

I doubt many would say that getting a divorce is easy. But… You took the time to consult with attorneys ...
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Laurie K. Schmitt
Attorney, Mediator, and Collaborative Lawyer

401 Hall Street SW
Suite 112D
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Phone: 616.608.4634

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Laurie Schmitt of Schmitt Law, PLLC is a West Michigan family law attorney specializing in collaborative divorce as well as separation, divorce, child custody and support, paternity, and other family law litigation. She is licensed by Michigan State Bar and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Michigan, and has extensive advanced training in divorce mediation and collaborative divorce.

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