Part of preparing an estate plan is choosing who will raise your children in your absence. Normally the surviving parent will become a minor child's sole custodian there are. Whether you are 72 years old, enjoying retirement, or 22 and looking for that first "real" job, proper estate planning is critical. It is the cornerstone of long-term financial.
If you have never met with an attorney before, your initial meeting to discuss divorce (whether to file or if your spouse has already filed) can be daunting, nerve-wracking, .
If you have never met with an attorney before, your initial meeting to discuss divorce (whether to file or if your spouse has already filed) can be daunting, nerve-wracking, .
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Drawing upon life and work experiences, Lori B. Schmeltzer serves clients by providing practical legal solutions to life's complex problems.
She works with each client to understand needs and goals and to determine the best plan of action to help them succeed.
Lori does not take a cookie-cutter approach to any case, but listens to her clients' needs to tailor a legal approach to fit budget, family needs and legal goals.
She will work hard to tip the scales of justice in your favor.
As a long time resident of Michigan, Lori has made Traverse City and Northern Michigan her forever-home.
She works with each client to understand needs and goals and to determine the best plan of action to help them succeed.
Lori does not take a cookie-cutter approach to any case, but listens to her clients' needs to tailor a legal approach to fit budget, family needs and legal goals.
She will work hard to tip the scales of justice in your favor.
As a long time resident of Michigan, Lori has made Traverse City and Northern Michigan her forever-home.
Making the decision to end your relationship can be one of the hardest decisions in life, especially if you have young children at home.
I understand the emotional and financial side to divorce matters and all the ups and downs associated with the divorce process, both legal and non-legal.
There are many issues to consider from the outset such as paying the bills and custody/parenting time schedules while the divorce matter is pending.
As the process continues there are many more decisions to be made, including how to split time with your children, who will make the major life decisions for your children, whether one spouse is entitled to spousal support (alimony), what is "marital property" and how to separate the marital assets and debts fairly.
I understand the emotional and financial side to divorce matters and all the ups and downs associated with the divorce process, both legal and non-legal.
There are many issues to consider from the outset such as paying the bills and custody/parenting time schedules while the divorce matter is pending.
As the process continues there are many more decisions to be made, including how to split time with your children, who will make the major life decisions for your children, whether one spouse is entitled to spousal support (alimony), what is "marital property" and how to separate the marital assets and debts fairly.
Family law concerns many types of issues involving family relationships, and the formal procedures for addressing those legal rights and obligations which arise in the family context.
Family Law encompasses everything from Divorce, Child Custody, Parenting Time, Spousal Support, Child Support, Step-Parent Adoptions, Guardianships and Conservatorships, Grandparent's Rights, Same-Sex marriage, Neglect/Abuse and Foster Care, and many things in between.
Nothing is more personal than protecting one's family life, and for many that includes protecting their children and grandchildren, and preserving those important bonds and relationships.
Family Law encompasses everything from Divorce, Child Custody, Parenting Time, Spousal Support, Child Support, Step-Parent Adoptions, Guardianships and Conservatorships, Grandparent's Rights, Same-Sex marriage, Neglect/Abuse and Foster Care, and many things in between.
Nothing is more personal than protecting one's family life, and for many that includes protecting their children and grandchildren, and preserving those important bonds and relationships.
Probate, Wills and Estates address what happens to a person's belongings and property after they pass away.
An estate is generally the grouping of property, assets and debts a person owns or has rights to.
Wills are a planning tool that a person may elect to use to provide instructions to the Court and loved ones on how they want their estate distributed after they pass.
Probate is the process and type of Court that handles the administration of a Will and distribution of an estate, including appointing a Personal Representative and providing notice to creditors.
An estate is generally the grouping of property, assets and debts a person owns or has rights to.
Wills are a planning tool that a person may elect to use to provide instructions to the Court and loved ones on how they want their estate distributed after they pass.
Probate is the process and type of Court that handles the administration of a Will and distribution of an estate, including appointing a Personal Representative and providing notice to creditors.
Those who operate a small business typically wear a lot of hats, but it is important to know when to seek help from time to time, whether it be a CPA, a consultant, a marketing expert, or a lawyer.
Starting and running a small business requires a very broad skill set, a lot of time, dedication and passion.
Small businesses encounter many different challenges.
No matter what stage of business you are in, from start up and proactive strategic planning, to years of operations, at Schmeltzer Law I can assist you with many small business and contract matters, including business structure at start-up, operating agreements and contract or partner disputes.
Starting and running a small business requires a very broad skill set, a lot of time, dedication and passion.
Small businesses encounter many different challenges.
No matter what stage of business you are in, from start up and proactive strategic planning, to years of operations, at Schmeltzer Law I can assist you with many small business and contract matters, including business structure at start-up, operating agreements and contract or partner disputes.
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