Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Trusted Grand Rapids Family Law Advocates
At MI Family Law Center, we have dedicated ourselves to serving Michigan families since 2015, specializing exclusively in family law matters. Our team of seasoned attorneys brings decades of combined experience to cases involving divorce, child custody, child support, interstate custody disputes, and paternity. We pride ourselves on offering personalized, compassionate representation tailored to each family's unique circumstances. Our approach emphasizes proactive legal strategies, informed by deep familiarity with Michigan family law and local court systems.We prioritize clear communication, ensuring clients remain well-informed throughout their cases while working diligently to protect their rights and interests. Our reputation for ethical practice and results-driven advocacy has earned us respect within the legal community and among clients who value our commitment to achieving favorable outcomes.
Services
Divorce
Child Custody
Child Support
Interstate Custody
Paternity
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- Decades of combined experience in Michigan family law
- Exclusive focus on family law matters
- Proactive representation anticipating opposing arguments
- Respected in legal community for ethical practice
- Personalized approach minimizing client stress
What people say
Compassionate and experienced
Truly cared about clients
Worth every penny
Kept me informed
Protected parental rights
Services
Divorce
Our experienced attorneys guide clients through Michigan divorce proceedings, addressing child custody, property division, and spousal support. We provide strategic representation to protect clients' rights while minimizing conflict. Our team understands the emotional challenges of divorce and works to achieve fair outcomes that support clients' future well-being.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients in child custody disputes, focusing on the child's best interests while protecting parental rights. Our attorneys handle custody modifications, interstate custody issues, and parenting time enforcement. We work to create custody arrangements that maintain meaningful parent-child relationships while addressing practical family needs.
Child Support
Our firm assists clients with child support matters, including initial determinations, modifications, and enforcement. We ensure accurate application of Michigan's child support formula while considering unique family circumstances. We help clients navigate changes in income, custody arrangements, and other factors affecting support obligations.
Paternity
We handle paternity establishment through voluntary affidavits or court proceedings. Our attorneys protect parental rights in custody, visitation, and support matters while ensuring children's legal rights. We guide clients through DNA testing requirements and court processes to establish legal father-child relationships.
Interstate Custody
Our team specializes in interstate custody cases under UCCJEA and UIFSA guidelines. We assist with custody determinations across state lines and enforcement of out-of-state orders. We leverage our understanding of interstate legal frameworks to protect clients' parental rights in complex jurisdictional disputes.
People
Kristen S. Wolfram
Attorney
With over 15 years of family law experience, Kristen advocates for clients in custody, divorce, and CPS cases. She serves on the State Bar of Michigan's Family Law Section Council and has argued cases before Michigan's appellate courts.
Matt DeLange
Attorney
Recognized for his responsive representation, Matt assists clients with custody disputes and interstate matters. Clients praise his clear communication and dedication to protecting parental rights during complex legal proceedings.
Melinda Rosely
Attorney
Compassionate advocate Melinda supports clients through divorce and custody cases. Her personalized approach helps clients maintain emotional stability while achieving favorable legal outcomes, as evidenced by numerous client testimonials.
Questions
How do I establish paternity in Michigan?
We guide clients through voluntary paternity affidavits or court-ordered DNA testing to establish legal father-child relationships.
Can child support be modified after divorce?
Yes, we help clients modify support orders based on changed circumstances like income changes or custody adjustments.
What factors determine child custody in Michigan?
Courts consider 12 best interest factors; our attorneys help present compelling cases for favorable custody arrangements.
How are property disputes resolved in divorce?
We advocate for equitable property division based on Michigan's distribution laws, protecting clients' financial interests.
Do I need a lawyer for uncontested divorce?
While not required, our attorneys ensure proper documentation and protect your long-term interests during divorce proceedings.
