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April 15, 2025April 15, 2025 by Rachel Frawley

Webinar: Divorce 101

Navigating Divorce with Strength & Support: Join DAWN for a Live Webinar

Divorce isn’t just a legal process—it’s a life shift. At DAWN, we understand that women facing divorce deserve more than just representation. They deserve clarity, confidence, and a compassionate support system. That’s why we’re hosting a powerful new webinar designed to answer your most pressing questions, ease uncertainty, and help you move forward with strength.

Whether you’re just beginning to consider divorce or already deep in the process, this webinar is your opportunity to hear directly from experienced women’s divorce attorneys who are here to advocate for your future.

March 1, 2022March 1, 2022 by Rachel Frawley

Do I Need a Family Lawyer? Here are 30 Reasons Why You Should Hire One.

Family lawyers specialize in family law matters. Most family law matters have to do with issues such as divorce, child custody, support, parenting time, wills, trusts, and more. We exist to help navigate family matters that cannot be handled independently in an organized manner.

Family law attorneys can help you handle all the big decisions that need to be made, protect your legal rights, while protecting your interests in court proceedings and settlement negotiations. Here are 30 reasons why you should consider hiring a family law attorney.

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May 12, 2017October 18, 2021 by Rachel Frawley

David Caplan and Matthew Caplan Recognized As Top Attorneys Of North America

It’s been brought to our attention that two of our attorney’s here at DAWN have been recognized by TOP ATTORNEYS OF NORTH AMERICA. Both David Caplan and Matthew Caplan were singled out and recognized. Narrowed down to a select few in the 2016-2017 year both of these attorneys were picked for exemplary accomplishments this year and throughout their career. It’s just another testimonial to the expert services given at our practice.

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July 8, 2015January 7, 2020 by Rachel Frawley

Supreme Court Legalizes Gay Marriage Nationwide

In a landmark opinion, the United States Supreme Court ruled on June 26th that states cannot ban same-sex marriage, making the U.S. the 21st country to legalize same-sex marriage. Married same-sex couples will now enjoy the same legal rights and benefits as married heterosexual couples.Â Here is an article from Huffington Post with the details about this ground breaking ruling for Americans.

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October 22, 2013January 8, 2020 by Rachel Frawley

What Can I Do if I’m Being Denied Access to My Grandkids?

Grandkids bring a unique kind of joy to life, and to be denied time with them can be heartbreaking. The State of Michigan has some protection in place for grandparents who are not being given time with their grandkids.

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September 12, 2013January 8, 2020 by Rachel Frawley

I Want to Move!

Your divorce is finally over and you’re ready to start a new life in a new town. Pack up the kids and get outta Dodge. Then you remember that provision in your judgment of divorce that said something about changing the legal residence of your kids. Or maybe you went through a support or custody action years ago and don’t really remember what you’re supposed to do if you want to move.

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September 5, 2013January 8, 2020 by Rachel Frawley

What Happens if My Child’s Father Fails to Pay Child Support?

So the court orders your child’s father to make child support payments to help you out with the expenses for the kids, and you think “Great, finally a little help!” Then your child’s father conveniently forgets to make the payments or just flat out tells you that he’s not going to pay, and you’re left bearing the burden of paying for everything yourself.

Well, don’t worry, there are things we can do to help you get your support!

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June 21, 2011January 8, 2020 by Rachel Frawley

What Will the Court Consider When A Party Seeks Modifications to Parenting Time and/or Child Custody Arrangements?

In family law matters, the past behavior and practices of the parties will always be examined whenever change is sought. Michigan law in this area is well established and courts are continually bombarded with parents asking for modifications to child custody or parenting time arrangements. One common mistake that many parents make, is that they assume past indiscretions or old issues can be brought up when seeking modification of prior orders. When asking the court to change an existing custody and/or parenting time arrangement, a court will only consider occurrences in the time period after the last court order was made.

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