A: Our office is located at 120 East Walker Street, St. Johns, MI 48879. You can reach us by phone at (989) 224-6734 or visit JacksonHayesLaw.com for more information or to schedule a consultation.
A: We are a full-service firm providing legal representation in family law, estate planning (including wills and trusts), business law, real estate, criminal defense, mediation services, and more. If we are not qualified to handle your specific issue, we will refer you to trusted counsel.
A: Yes — we offer a free initial consultation so you can meet with an attorney, discuss your situation, and decide how to proceed. Specific practice areas may have different consultation details, so please call to confirm your appointment.
A: No — a lawyer is not required to file for divorce in Michigan. However, having an attorney helps make sure paperwork is correct and your rights are protected throughout the process.
A: No. Michigan ethical rules prevent a single lawyer from representing both sides in a divorce. Each spouse must have their own counsel if both choose to be represented.
A: Often, yes. The Friend of the Court assists with custody, parenting time, and child support matters, but you do not have to use their services — you can pursue agreements or modifications through your attorney and the court directly.
A: Michigan uses a statutory formula that looks at each parent’s income, number of parenting time overnights, daycare costs, insurance expenses, and related factors. Our office has tools to help estimate support amounts.
A: For your first meeting, you usually do not need to bring documents. We begin by discussing your goals and the best approach for your family’s needs.
A: Yes. We offer a free consultation to discuss your objectives and explain your options for wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and other planning tools.
A: Yes — we offer mediation services for family and civil matters. Mediation is a voluntary process where a neutral mediator assists parties in reaching an agreement, often avoiding the time and expense of litigation.
A: Our criminal defense practice covers a wide range of matters, including DUI/OWI, drug offenses, assault, traffic offenses, domestic violence-related charges, and more. We advocate for clients at every stage of the process.
A: Yes. We assist with business formation, contract drafting, and broader legal support as your business grows.
A: Yes. We represent clients in residential and commercial real estate transactions, including purchase agreements and land contracts.
A: Timelines vary significantly based on the type of matter — from relatively quick estate documents to more complex litigation. Your attorney will give you a realistic estimate based on your specific circumstances.
A: If we are not qualified to handle your issue, we will do our best to provide a sound referral to another trusted attorney or resource.