Protection Order LawyerProtection Order Lawyer

Unfortunately, domestic violence is a pervasive problem in our society. Victims are known to be at higher risk when their partners are faced with their leaving and/or divorcing them. I have been involved with domestic violence issues throughout my 35-year career, including as a criminal defense attorney representing abused women who have killed their assailants in self-defense. If you have domestic violence issues, it is important that your attorney understand and be sensitive to the dynamics of same and the ways in which the law can help protect you.

DETROIT AND ROYAL OAK-AREA RESTRAINING ORDER ATTORNEY
I bring more than 35 years of experience to my practice in Michigan and focus my efforts on resolving issues as amicably and efficiently as possible. However, when a trial is necessary to protect my clients’ interests, I am fully prepared to aggressively litigate on their behalf, drawing on my experience as a trial lawyer in family law, criminal law and personal injury cases.

PERSONAL PROTECTION ORDERS
These orders are issued and overseen by the same judge who is handling the divorce. I work with clients who have been domestic violence victims to make sure that they understand their rights and assist them in obtaining the Personal Protection Order, and to take practical additional steps to protect themselves.

I also represent individuals who have been accused of abuse, informing them of their options and working to make sure the allegations do not harm their ongoing divorce or other family law case. False accusations are often an issue during a contentious divorce; you can rely on me to make sure you receive a fair hearing and to press for restoration of your right to enter your home and spend time with your children.

Detroit Family AttorneyDetroit Family Attorney

Family law is the focus of my Detroit-based practice, where I represent individuals and families in a wide variety of family law matters. I bring more than 35 years of experience to family law and focus on helping my clients find solutions that are tailored to their unique needs and circumstances.

COLLABORATIVE DIVORCE LAWYER SERVING ROYAL OAK, DETROIT AND SURROUNDING AREAS
I listen closely to what my clients are hoping to achieve and provide them with a detailed explanation of their options in a careful, step-by-step manner. By being selective about the cases I take on, I am able to provide my clients with personalized attention and ensure they understand the choices available to them. Whenever possible, I strive to resolve these matters collaboratively in order to reduce financial and emotional costs.

To learn more about the specific services I offer, see the following:

  • Divorce
  • Separate maintenance
  • Child custody and parenting time
  • Child support
  • Motions for payment plans and to cancel arrears
  • Modification of divorce judgment
  • Prenuptial agreements
  • Change of domicile
  • Personal protection orders

While preferring to take a non-adversarial approach to these often delicate issues, I am fully prepared to litigate when it is in my client’s best interest. My extensive background as a trial attorney and commitment to thorough preparation have helped me develop superb trial skills in order to zealously represent my clients at trial.

DOMESTIC PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT AND DISSOLUTION
I offer a variety of services in this area, including negotiating dissolution and resolving issues involving child custody, visitation, real estate, property division and buy-outs.

Family Law Attorney Marjory B. CohenFamily Law Attorney Marjory B. Cohen

Men and women in Detroit and surrounding Michigan communities have come to rely on me for personalized representation in a variety of family law matters including divorce, child custody and child support. I have spent more than 37 years helping clients find workable, enduring solutions to their legal issues.

PERSONALIZED SERVICE FOR YOUR FAMILY LAW NEEDS
Family law is all I do and I am committed to providing every client with the attention and quality representation they deserve from their lawyer. I intentionally maintain a low caseload so that I am able to be attentive to each case and to each client’s individual needs. From promptly responding to phone calls to standing by their side in court, my clients know I will always be there for them when they need me.

TAKING A COLLABORATIVE APPROACH TO DIFFICULT ISSUES
Resolving family law disputes in a non-adversarial manner allows each party to move forward feeling that a painful chapter in his or her life has been closed in an honorable way while limiting the strife that children are exposed to. I am committed to protecting the needs of children and seek to resolve disputes in a manner that serves their best interests while ensuring my clients are treated fairly by the legal system.