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5 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Pontiac, MI
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Showing 5 family law attorneys in Pontiac, MI
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Bashore Green Law Group
17 S Saginaw St, Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 209-6009 bglawpc.com
Small Law PLLC
295 W Huron St, Pontiac, MI 48341
(248) 798-8903 michigansmalllaw.com
Lakeshore Legal Aid
35 W Huron St, Pontiac, MI 48342
(248) 530-9330 lakeshorelegalaid.org
Simmons Legal dba the LawChic
77 Bagley St, Pontiac, MI 48341
(248) 732-7559 lawchic.com
Law Offices of Kenneth Burch Sr., P.C.
295 W Huron St, Pontiac, MI 48341
(248) 338-1242
Pontiac Michigan family law attorneys handle divorce child custody child support and spousal support cases in Oakland County Family Court. Michigan law requires a 60 day waiting period for divorce cases with minor children. Local attorneys can guide you through the specific procedures of the 50th Judicial Circuit Court in Pontiac.
What Does a Family Law Attorney in Pontiac Cost?
Family law attorney fees in Pontiac Michigan typically range from 250 to 400 dollars per hour. Many attorneys require a retainer of 2000 to 5000 dollars for a divorce case. Uncontested divorces without children may cost a flat fee of 1500 to 3000 dollars. Contested custody or support cases can cost significantly more depending on complexity. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the residency requirement for divorce in Pontiac Michigan?
To file for divorce in Michigan you or your spouse must have lived in the state for at least 180 days and in the county for at least 10 days before filing. The case is filed in the family division of the circuit court in the county where either party resides.
How is child custody decided in Michigan family court?
Michigan courts decide child custody based on the best interests of the child using 12 factors listed in Michigan law MCL 722.23. These factors include the emotional bond with each parent the childs preference and each parents ability to provide care. The court may order a custody evaluation in contested cases.
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