Family Law and Divorce Lawyers in Michigan

Bailey Smith & Bailey, P.C.

2211 Association Drive Suite 600 Okemos, Michigan 48864 USA

 (517) 349-2800 or (517) 349-2800
 (517) 349-0190

www.baileysmithbailey.com
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Bailey Smith & Bailey, PC, with its skilled and compassionate legal guidance, help in making sound legal decisions and provide the much needed support. And this is what separating couples and their children need as they go through a difficult and emotionally draining experience in dealing with divorce and its family related law issues.

Our attorneys at the law office of Bailey Smith & Bailey, PC, have over 60 years of combined experience and are able to provide committed family law representation to clients across the Lansing and Tri Counties areas. Below are some of the types of cases we confidently handle for our clients. To learn more about our firm and how we may be able to help you, contact our office today.

We also handle military and out-of-state divorces, as well as domestic violence cases and protective order-related matters.

Practice Areas

Additional Practice Areas: Complex-Marital Estates, Domicile Change, Military and Out-of-State Divorce, Parenting Time, Post-Judgement Issues

Practice Areas Description

- Divorce

Going through a divorce (also referred to as a dissolution of marriage) can be a difficult time in anyone's life. The stress and worry about what the future holds can take a toll on your life. To alleviate some of this stress, turn to the skilled and compassionate legal team at the law office of Bailey Smith & Bailey, PC for guidance and support focused on a better tomorrow.


- Child Support

Whether your child is an infant or about to graduate from high school, the Michigan child support laws dictate how much support will be paid in order to provide for the child. Our experienced lawyers at Bailey Smith & Bailey, PC, have over 60 years of combined experience that they utilize throughout the course of your child support issues.


- Child Custody

At the office of Bailey Smith & Bailey, PC, our lawyers and staff are dedicated to helping clients understand the legal implications of their child custody and/or visitation situation. We take the time to educate clients on their rights and options to help them make informed decisions about their cases. Our attorneys are experienced in family court and aggressively pursue a resolution that best suits your specific situation.


- Paternity

In a marriage, a determination of paternity is unnecessary. A husband is presumed to be the father of any child born of the marriage. However, if there is a divorce filing and the issue of paternity comes into question, it is important that a DNA test be performed in order for the husband to conclusively establish and retain his parental rights.


- Property Division

Since Michigan is not a community property state, a couple's monetary assets and property is not necessarily divided 50-50 during the course of a divorce. The assets and property accumulated during the course of the marriage are subject to equitable distribution, meaning divided as fairly and equitably as the court deems.


- Complex Marital Estates

If one or both spouses in a divorce have acquired substantial assets or real estate during the course of the marriage, the task of property division can become extremely complex. For example, proper valuation must be undertaken and all tax issues carefully considered. Finding qualified legal assistance from a skilled family law firm is vital to protecting your rights and preserving your interests.


- Alimony / Spousal Support

Contrary to popular belief, alimony (also referred to as spousal support) exists in Michigan. Many individuals going through a divorce do not realize this. Not all divorce matters require alimony, but by talking to an experienced family law lawyer you can understand how spousal support payments may factor into your divorce. Our attorneys at Bailey Smith & Bailey, PC, focus only on family law issues and are fluent in the language of the alimony laws in Michigan.


- Post-Judgment Modification

After the conclusion of an initial family law case, months or years down the road, individuals may discover that a modification to a support or custody order needs to be made to suit the best interests of the involved parties and their children. This is called post-judgment modification.

- Military and Out-Of-State Divorces

Whether you are in the military or married to someone who is, getting a divorce can present unique legal challenges due to deployment or other issues. Protecting people's rights regarding children, marital property and other considerations in these complex divorce scenarios requires the services of an attorney with a comprehensive knowledge of state, federal and military law.

Attorneys

	Ms. Amy H. Bailey Attorney Child Support and Custody, Child Visitation, Divorce, Family Law		Mr. Mark R. Bailey Attorney Child Support and Custody, Child Visitation, Divorce, Family Law
	Mr. John J. Smith Attorney Child Support and Custody, Child Visitation, Criminal Law, Divorce, Family Law

More Information on Bailey Smith & Bailey, P.C.

Divorce Lawyer in Okemos, MI
Okemos, MI Child Support Attorney
Child Custody Law Firm in Okemos Michigan
Okemos Paternity Lawyer
Okemos, MI Property Division Attorney
Alimony / Spousal Support Law Firm in Michigan
Okemos, Michigan Prenuptial Agreement Attorney
Okemos, Michigan Marital Property Division Lawyer
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