Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Law Partner in Birmingham, MI
The Law Firm of Victoria has been dedicated to family law representation for over 25 years. Our attorneys combine decades of collective experience with a client-centered approach to divorce and family law matters. We prioritize education through free seminars and confidential consultations to empower clients during challenging transitions. Our practice focuses on achieving equitable resolutions through litigation expertise and alternative dispute resolution methods like collaborative divorce. With service across nine Michigan counties, we maintain a commitment to protecting client rights while emphasizing the importance of informed decision-making throughout the legal process. 
Services
Divorce
Alimony
Child Custody
Collaborative Divorce
Marital Property
Paternity
Prenuptial Agreements
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer free weekly seminars to educate clients on divorce processes
- Our attorneys have over 100 years of combined family law experience
- We provide confidential consultations and out-of-court resolution options
- We've represented and counseled over 15,000 clients since 1997
- Our team maintains a strong track record in Michigan family court
What people say
Great help
Opened my eyes
Kindness professionalism
Blessing
Dignity restored
Services
Divorce Representation
Our experienced attorneys guide clients through Michigan's divorce process, addressing property division, child custody, and support matters. We combine litigation expertise with alternative dispute resolution methods to achieve favorable outcomes. Clients benefit from free educational seminars and personalized legal strategies tailored to their unique circumstances.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients in custody disputes, focusing on children's best interests while protecting parental rights. Our team handles legal/physical custody determinations, parenting time schedules, and modification requests across nine Michigan counties with compassionate, results-driven representation.
Alimony Guidance
Our firm provides comprehensive support for temporary and permanent spousal support cases. We help clients understand their rights regarding rehabilitative or long-term support while considering factors like marriage duration and financial disparities between parties.
Marital Property
We protect client interests in equitable property distribution cases, handling complex assets like businesses and retirement accounts. Our attorneys distinguish marital from separate property while advocating for fair division of real estate, investments, and personal assets acquired during marriage.
Collaborative Divorce
This out-of-court option allows amicable settlements through structured negotiations. Our trained professionals facilitate cooperative solutions for divorce and family law matters while maintaining client privacy and reducing emotional stress.
People
Dennis Zamplas
Founder, Managing Partner
Recognized family law attorney with 25+ years experience, founder of the firm's educational seminars and community-focused legal approach serving Michigan families.
Sheryl Dillingham
Partner, Director of Legal Research
Experienced family law attorney specializing in legal research and complex case analysis, providing strategic support for high-stakes family law litigation.
Erin Ellis
Supervising Partner
Seasoned legal professional overseeing case management and client representation, ensuring consistent quality in family law services across multiple practice areas.
Questions
What should I consider when drafting a prenuptial agreement in Birmingham?
Include provisions for property division, spousal support, and debt responsibility. Both parties should fully disclose assets and seek independent legal counsel for enforceability.
What is the difference between legal separation and divorce in Birmingham?
Legal separation allows living apart with financial/child arrangements without ending marriage. Divorce legally dissolves the marriage and addresses custody, support, and property division.
Can grandparents seek visitation rights in Birmingham?
Yes, grandparents may seek visitation by demonstrating it's in the child's best interest, considering their relationship and potential impact on the child's welfare.
How does Michigan determine child custody?
Courts consider 12 factors including emotional ties, parental capacity, child's needs, and domestic violence history to determine custody arrangements in the child's best interest.
What factors influence alimony decisions in Michigan?
Courts evaluate marriage length, financial resources, health, age, standard of living, and each party's ability to pay when determining spousal support awards.
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