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Appointed Receiver Can Prevent Mischief in Divorces

May 11th, 2021

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Almost everyone who deals with divorce has a horror story about how a party dissipated the marital estate, destroyed property, or repeatedly violated court orders. There is a solution for that: a court can appoint a receiver. At that point, a party i… Read More

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Changing Your Name

April 27th, 2021

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Marian Faupel

In Michigan, there are two ways to change your name. One way is to just change it. You can start using another name any time you want when you apply for a job or buy something for example. That is because Michigan still has “common law” with rega… Read More

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Deciding on Parenting Time Plans

April 13th, 2021

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Marian Faupel

In every case involving minor children, the court must enter an order or judgment for parenting time and custody. Many times, the parents themselves are able to reach an agreement, perhaps through mediation. That is the ideal. If the parents cannot a… Read More

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Documenting Your Ex-Spouse’s Bad Acts

March 30th, 2021

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Marian Faupel

It’s tempting to “document” all of your contact with your ex-spouse, especially if there are minor children involved. You never know when you’ll be back in court or when the court will decide to hold an evidentiary hearing. As you probably al… Read More

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Farming Cannot Take Place in a Residential Neighborhood

March 16th, 2021

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Marian Faupel

The media is full of stories about “urban farming,” which usually refers to the conversion of blighted or vacant inner-city property to tree farms and crop farming. In Township of Williamston v Hudson, and family took that concept to extremes. In… Read More

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Fighting CPS and the Court to Get Your Children Back

March 2nd, 2021

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Marian Faupel

Michigan has a Juvenile Code that covers proceedings to terminate parental rights based on abuse or neglect. When there is a complaint to CPS about abuse or neglect, CPS has the obligation to “investigate” the claim and substantiate it if there i… Read More

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Financial Reality for Divorcees

February 16th, 2021

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Marian Faupel

There is a distinct difference between representing a man in a divorce and a woman in a divorce. Most men will say, “Whatever happens, don’t let her get my retirement.” Women say: “Whatever happens, I want the house.” While people are free… Read More

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Michigan Supreme Court Justice Weighs in on Judge Easthope's Continuing Tenure

February 2nd, 2021

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Marian Faupel

Michigan Supreme Court Justice Robert Young has now weighed in on District Court Judge Christopher Easthope. After Judge Easthope’s problems were reported on mlive.com, many Ann Arbor citizens called for the judge’s immediate removal. The chief j… Read More

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Loan Modifications and Minefields

January 19th, 2021

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Marian Faupel

So…you have a high-interest mortgage or an adjustable rate mortgage, and you notice that there are better deals out there. In fact, after the real estate crisis in 2007-08, the federal government encouraged lenders to offer “loan modifications,�… Read More

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Not Every Deed to Real Estate Is the Same…

January 5th, 2021

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Marian Faupel

People buy and sell personal property all the time on Ebay, Craig’s List, and other places where property is regularly listed for sale. In the law, there are a few different “types” of property. One type of property is real property, commonly k… Read More

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“Marian’s extensive experience, her genuine concern, and her commitment to giving you the best legal counsel possible make her truly the best attorney possible.”

– Client, 2013

“Marian’s fees are very reasonable, especially in light of the quality of services provided. My husband and I heartily recommend Marian Faupel.”

– Geltners, Marian Faupel provided representation during an administrative legal issue.

“I have had the pleasure of working with Marian Faupel on several occasions. Marian was highly recommended by several friends. Her professionalism, compassion, solid advice and success rates are what kept me coming back.”

– Past Client

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– Bruce, Divorce Client, 2015

“This team is as good as it gets. The team was amazing during my recent divorce proceedings. I guarantee you won’t find a harder working, more knowledgeable, more connected group of attorneys in Washtenaw County.”

– Past Client, 2015

“Marian and her firm are wonderful and compassionate attorneys with a lot of patience. During my divorce, they clearly communicated my options and provided direction, which allowed me to make thoughtful decisions. I truly feel blessed that Marian was…”

– Lisa, Divorce Client, 2017

“Marian Faupel is a tireless, dedicated, extremely zealous advocate. Her attention to every detail and recollection is uncanny. She remembered details from my case that I had actually forgot and managed to organize a very complicated situation into a…”

– Client, 2013

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– Client, 2013

“She was always available, always concerned, and always on task to move my case forward.”

– Beverly, Client, 2013

“Her loyalty and hope on my worst days allows me to live my life along with tough litigation because if she can move mountains for you, she will. Marian’s 30 years is star studded with Newsweek and recognition for research and teaching. I think…”

– Client, 2014

“Marian Faupel has tireless energy, compassion for her clients, attention to detail and a vast knowledge of family law. She has an ability to recall the smallest detail from our meetings. Going through a very long, emotional divorce and custody case,…”

– Jill, Divorce Client, 2014

“Marian is highly recommended and knows how to present a case and extremely detailed in her investigation with each case that we have had her represent. She is personable and communicative beyond what we have experienced in the past. She is well seaso…”

– Michelle, Divorce Client, 2014

“Marian was very helpful in my divorce, she guided me through the process and was very considerate in those difficult personal times when you lose your direction. Marian helped me to gain custody of our three sons. She is kind, caring and very knowled…”

– James, Divorce Client, 2016

“Marian is more knowledgeable than most attorneys. I was going through a third party custody battle with an aunt and her husband in regards to my child and thanks to her knowing the standing laws we won the case. I interviewed other attorneys before I…”

– Annette, Custody issues and Appeal, 2017

“Marian is responsive, thorough, and creative in her advice. She is and always will be a trusted and valued advisor.”

– Former Client

“During one of the most challenging times of my life, Marian represented me. It was an ugly same sex relationship breakup. Marian demonstrated integrity and professionalism throughout the entire process. We avoided court and Marian held her ground on…”

– Former Client

“I have a complicated ongoing case that Marian took to the Court of Appeals and at the end of the day, I know Marian goes out of her way to provide the best guidance she can and it is done with integrity. You cannot ask more of an attorney. If you nee…”

– Fincher, Divorce Client 2014

“Marian and the whole firm does not forget the human side of what the client is going through. It is tough for a man or woman when we feel like our world just exploded, we need someone who can help us put our world back together with legal help.”

– Custody Client, 2014

“Unlike many attorneys I have met, Marian is far more focused on ‘how are you doing?’ and ‘how are your kids doing?’ than billing.”

– Divorce Client, 2015

“Marian devotes a lot of time to considering the downstream impacts of divorce on family, which in the end are far more important than money and property. Marian excels at managing situations, knowing when to be firm and when to compromise.”

– Divorce Client, 2015

“We have had the opportunity to call on Marian Faupel on numerous occasions for her wise and effective legal counsel. She and her colleagues provide the most excellent, competent and caring legal advice we have ever had the privilege of receiving.”

– Estate Planning Clients, 2015

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Appointed Receiver Can Prevent Mischief in Divorces

Changing Your Name

Deciding on Parenting Time Plans

Documenting Your Ex-Spouse’s Bad Acts

Farming Cannot Take Place in a Residential Neighborhood

Fighting CPS and the Court to Get Your Children Back

Financial Reality for Divorcees

Michigan Supreme Court Justice Weighs in on Judge Easthope's Continuing Tenure

Loan Modifications and Minefields

Not Every Deed to Real Estate Is the Same…

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Marian’s clients swear “by” her.

Advice to you: Hire Marian before your opponent does.