HOLIDAY IN THE SUN – SUMMER VACATION

Ladies and gentleman, we did it. Another school year completed, another summer upon us. I have a piece of advice – be reasonable with your co-parent this summer. Your kids should enjoy a summer break and holiday with their other parent just like they should with you. Certainly, you should not be taken advantage of, […]

June 15, 2022

THE WRONG WAYS TO TRY TO LOWER SUPPORT PAYMENTS

Are you the payer of child and/or spousal support and wish your payment(s) were less and lower? Thinking about quitting or reducing your employment/working hours and that will do the trick? Not so quick. In Michigan, there is a legal principle called the imputation of income. Obviously, the Courts cannot force someone to physically go […]

May 2, 2022

TAX DAY REMINDER – ADVICE FOR TAX FILERS FOLLOWING DIVORCE

We advise every Emmer Law PLC divorce client during the divorce, and, in writing in the final Judgment of Divorce, to seek advice and counsel from a tax professional or accountant. Emmer Law PLC and Attorney Max S. Emmer do not provide expert tax advice, and, always instruct clients to seek that out as there […]

April 12, 2022

THE DONT’S OF SOCIAL MEDIA WHILE DIVORCING

For better or worse, we live in an era where social media in not just prevalent, it is ubiquitous. Despite many positives, social media, unfortunately, provides permanent evidence of what people do, say, feel, believe, and experience in their day-to-day lives. Often times, it is not mere rainbows, ice cream cones, and backyard soccer games. […]

April 6, 2022

MAX S. EMMER SITS DOWN WITH PEARL PLANNING TO DISCUSS COMMON MONEY ISSUES DURING DIVORCE

Understanding how your money works at the beginning of and during divorce. A common fear at the beginning of a divorce is that the person filing will not have access to bank accounts or funds if they decide to start the divorce process. This can be an impediment to filing and a major source of […]

March 30, 2022

CO-PARENTING IN THE AGE OF SOCIAL MEDIA

Does your ex let your minor child broadcast all day long on TikTok or Instagram and you don’t like it? Do you and your co-parent view social media usage for your kids differently? Well, then, you’re like many parents, including Kim Kardashian and Kanye West. Co-parents should strive to be on the same page when […]

February 8, 2022

PRENUPTIAL AGREEMENTS

Ah yes, the ever romantic topic of Prenuptial Agreements! While people may have their personal views and distaste for prenups, they are important, useful documents and legal instruments. If you would like to discuss preparing a prenuptial agreement prior to your upcoming wedding, or, would like me to review a proposed agreement given to you […]

February 4, 2022

EMMER LAW’S NEW YEAR NEW YOU 2022 PROMOTION!

If you are interested in a divorce or any other family law matters, and wish to have a confidential, discrete consultation, please contact us today.

January 12, 2022

GRANDPARENTING TIME

The prospect and notion of grandparenting time has become a hot-topic in the realm of family law in recent years. What rights do grandparents have to time with their grandchildren? Well, in Michigan, it really depends. In certain situations (i.e. a pending or entered divorce, the death of a parent/child and/or parents who are married […]

November 11, 2021

PET CUSTODY

You heard that right, pet custody experts! Dogs are part of our families, and, must be discussed and accounted for accordingly. My 4-pawed partner Hudson and I discuss pet custody, and, my favorite model where the dog stays with the minor children and follows their parenting time schedule. It is always comforting to have their […]

October 12, 2021

LIMITED SCOPE REPRESENTATION

Limited scope representation allows individuals to obtain more flexible, accessible and affordable legal representation and counsel on their own terms. If you do not have $5,000.00 for a retainer, or, do not think or want full and complete representation, this is a good option for you. If you are interested in having a limited scope […]

September 29, 2021

DON’T FIGHT OVER POTS AND PANS

Please, I implore you, do not fight over pots and pans or other trivial personal property. Family heirlooms are different. As is expensive art, pieces of jewelry and things like that. Otherwise, I promise you, it is not worth it. If you would like to discuss personal property division, or, any other family law matters, […]

September 22, 2021

MEDIATION – WHAT TO EXPECT

If you have any questions about mediation, particular mediators, or, are interested in Max representing you at your upcoming mediation, please contact us here.

September 8, 2021

PARENTING TIME – SUMMER AND HOLIDAY WEEKENDS

If you would like to discuss any family law issues you may have, please contact me here.

August 29, 2021

Emmer Law PLC In The News

Emmer Law PLC was featured in Downtown News Magazine in Birmingham and Bloomfield Hills, Michigan in its September 2021 issue. Emmer Law PLC and Max S. Emmer strive to provide clients with thoughtful, reasonable and efficient representation and counsel throughout Southeastern Michigan. Moreover, Max S. Emmer believes in educating both clients and the community in […]

August 26, 2021

THE MYTH OF THE PIT BULL LAWYER

In this video I discuss the “myth” of pit bull lawyers and how, often times, all they do is inflame the situation making it more costly for you and your family. In my experience, 99% of the time, a thoughtful, reasonable attorney and counselor accomplishes more with less cost (financial and emotional capital) than lawyers […]

August 18, 2021

What Is An Uncontested Divorce

A seemingly oxymoronic term, the uncontested divorce has hit the mainstream of late. While I think this is an excellent development since I am a collaboratively trained family attorney and believe knock down litigation rarely benefits most couples and families, I believe this style of divorce deserves a bit of explanation and clarification. An uncontested […]

August 8, 2021

CALM WATERS WITH EMMER LAW

If you would like to discuss any family law issues you may have, please contact me here.

July 18, 2021

Max’s Explanation Of Spousal Support In Michigan

In this video I discuss the ins and outs of spousal support a/k/a alimony and how it works in the State of Michigan. If you would like to discuss spousal support and your matter (or any other family law issues you may have), please contact me here.

July 11, 2021

How To Avoid Parenting Time Disputes Over The Summer

Ah, yes, one of our favorite times of the year…summer. It epitomizes America, from the 4th of July to Labor Day weekend, and is usually filled with barbeques, swimming, and fireworks. But, for those who co-parent as well as family lawyers and courts from sea to shining sea, summer weekends often turn into parenting time […]

July 9, 2021