Domestic Law

if you are thinking about filing for divorce, or are already involved in a divorce or domestic relations dispute, you want and need a lawyer with a thorough understanding of the law, one who will help identify your options and the consequences of the choices that you make., and who will aggressively and efficiently protect your interests, while helping you protect the best interests of your children. The choices that you make now about issues such as spousal support and child custody can affect your life for years to come.

Work with an attorney who will help you make the best decisions for you and your family.

At the Law Offices of Eugene Lumberg and Eric S. Lumberg, in West Bloomfield, MI, we represent men and women throughout Metro Detroit in all matters related to divorce and family law.

In our practice, we work with clients at all stages of a marital breakup, from preparing for the initial filing to post judgment issues and modification requests. We work with our clients in the early stages to ensure that any initial orders for custody, visitation or support are fair and equitable, along with preserving all financial issues.

Although we prepare every case for possible trial, we aggressively attempt to negotiate a settlement that is in your best interest. if mediation occurs, we will work with you so that you fully understand the process in working towards a settlement of all issues. If the case does go to trial, all evidence will be gathered and examined for presentation in court so as to best meet your objectives.

If you are thinking about a divorce or another domestic issue, you probobly have many questions and concerns. We advise clients on all issues involved in a family law matter, including child custody and visitation, child support, spousal support or alimony, and all property issues including division and maintaining assets.

Child Custody and Visitation- We will help you establish custody and parenting time arrangements that encourage a positive parent-child relationship. The unique needs of you, your children and your family will always be considered and discussed.

Child Support- We will help you understand and utilize Michigan's Child Support Guidelines as well as the Friend of the Court system. We will review child support orders to make sure that they are based on a fair and accurate determination of both parties incomes. As necessary, we will advise you on modification possibilities of the support order.
Spousal Support- We will work with you to determine whether alimony is appropriate and the amount and length of payments. We take into account your specific needs in helping you maintain your financial stability.

Property Division- All property issues will be discussed and considered in putting together an agreement that fairly divides all marital assets. These include real and personal property, investments, retirement accounts, business interests and other savings accounts.