The 2023 Michigan Super Lawyers and Rising Stars list recognizes 19 Maddin Hauser attorneys.
Nineteen Maddin Hauser Attorneys Named in 2023 Edition of Super Lawyers and Rising Stars
Category: Estate Planning and Probate
Your Trust Is a Great Estate Planning Vehicle, but if You Fail to Transfer Your Assets to It, Any Benefits Could Wind Up in the Ditch
Establishing a trust is one thing; transferring assets into it is another. And if you don't do the latter, the former won't be worth the paper it's printed on, as a recent case shows.
My Future, My Choice? How and When Will a Michigan Judge Consider a Child’s Preferences When Making Custody and Parenting Time Decisions?
In a Michigan divorce, a child's custody preference can be one of many factors when determining what is in their best interest.
A Michigan Guardian’s Power Is Immense, but Not Infinite: How and Why They May Be Removed and Replaced
A Michigan guardian is invested with considerable authority and control over their ward, but that power isn't infinite. It can be taken away if they are "unsuitable" for the role, among other reasons.
Lack of a Succession Plan Is a Small Business Blind Spot That Can Leave Your Company and Your Family in the Dark
Owners of family-held or small businesses intuitively understand the importance of planning.
Four Legs, Two Homes? What Happens to a Beloved Pet in a Michigan Divorce
In a Michigan divorce, pets are not treated like children. They are considered personal property, which makes them subject to equitable distribution like other assets.