Spousal Support & Alimony Attorney In Macomb County
Whether you are seeking the support you need to start your next chapter or protecting your assets from unfair claims, the Law Offices of Julie A. Hlywa provides the assertive, clear-eyed representation you deserve.
Prioritizing Your Child’s Best Interests
In Michigan, custody and visitation decisions are guided by one single principle: The Best Interests of the Child. Whether you are navigating a divorce, establishing paternity, or seeking to modify an existing order, the process can feel overwhelming.
At the Law Offices of Julie A. Hlywa, we focus on reducing the conflict. We help parents in Macomb County and the surrounding areas reach sustainable agreements through negotiation, while remaining fully prepared to provide assertive representation in court when a child’s wellbeing is on the line.
Understanding Michigan Custody Laws
Michigan law divides custody into two distinct categories. It is common for parents to share “Joint” status in one or both:
- Legal Custody: The right to make major life decisions for your child, including their education, healthcare, and religious upbringing.
- Physical Custody (Parenting Time): This determines where the child lives on a day-to-day basis. This may be “Sole” (living primarily with one parent) or “Joint” (shared time between households).
The 12 “Best Interests” Factors
When a judge or the Friend of the Court evaluates a custody case, they must consider 12 specific statutory factors. We work with you to gather the evidence and testimony needed to address these clearly:
- Emotional Ties: The love and bond existing between the parent and child.
- Capacity to Provide: The ability to provide food, clothing, and medical care.
- Continuity & Stability: The desirability of maintaining the child’s current stable environment.
- Family Unit: The permanence of the proposed custodial home.
- Moral Fitness: The parents’ conduct as it relates to their parenting ability.
- Mental & Physical Health: The wellbeing of the parents and the child.
- Home & School Record: The child’s adjustment to their community and school.
- The Child’s Preference: Considered if the child is of sufficient age and maturity.
- Willingness to Cooperate: The ability of each parent to facilitate a relationship with the other.
- Domestic Violence: Any history of abuse, regardless of who it was directed at.
- Other Relevant Factors: Any unique circumstances, such as special needs or travel distance.
- The “Catch-all”: Any other factor the court deems relevant to a specific dispute.
Meet Your Attorney Julie A. Hlywa
Julie Hlywa is an experienced attorney dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate some of life’s most difficult legal challenges. With over two decades of legal experience, she is known for her thoughtful approach, clear communication, and steady advocacy.
Julie takes the time to understand each client’s situation, explain their options in plain language, and develop practical strategies tailored to their goals. Her practice is built on trust, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to protecting her clients’ rights and futures.
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