Divorce Is Personal. Your Lawyer Should Be, Too.
Experienced Divorce Lawyers Serving Clients from Detroit, Michigan
No one walks into marriage expecting it to end. But when things start to fall apart, you don’t need a sales pitch, you need solid answers, honest counsel, and someone who has your back when emotions are high. At Mellin Robinson, P.C., we serve clients from Detroit and nearby communities through our office in Troy, Michigan. Whether you’re contemplating separation or already knee-deep in the process, our job is to guide you through it with clarity, compassion, and control.
What Makes a Good Divorce Lawyer?
Here’s the thing: Filing for divorce isn’t just a legal transaction. It’s an emotional and financial reset. And a good divorce lawyer does more than push papers—they listen, advise, protect, and fight for your interests when it matters most.
At Mellin Robinson, we don’t treat cases like case numbers. We treat them like stories. Because your future, your relationship with your kids, your financial stability, and your peace of mind are what’s at stake.
We’ve spent decades representing individuals across southeast Michigan, including many from Detroit, in matters involving:
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Contested and uncontested divorces
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Spousal support (alimony)
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Division of marital property and debt
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High-conflict or high-asset divorce cases
Divorce in Michigan: What You Should Know
Let’s be upfront. Michigan is a no-fault divorce state. That means you don’t need to prove infidelity or wrongdoing to get a divorce. You only need to demonstrate that there’s been a breakdown in the marriage with no reasonable chance of reconciliation.
That said, fault can still factor into things like alimony, custody, or property division—so it helps to have a legal team that knows how to read between the lines and present your case effectively.
There’s also a waiting period:
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60 days for divorces without children
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6 months if children are involved
But those are minimums. Real timelines depend on how complex your situation is and whether both parties are cooperative or not.
Why Clients from Detroit Trust Mellin Robinson
Let’s be honest: you’ve got choices. So why us? For starters, we’re not the flashy kind. We’re the strategic kind. We’re based in Troy, but we regularly serve clients from Detroit and surrounding cities who are looking for personalized, direct, and experienced legal help, without the games or inflated promises.
What sets us apart:
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Real talk. We’ll give you honest assessments, not false hope.
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Responsive service. You won’t wait days for a callback.
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Strong negotiation. We aim for fair resolutions but aren’t afraid to litigate.
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Tailored strategies. No cookie-cutter advice—we dig into the details.
Whether your divorce is amicable or adversarial, simple or complicated, we know how to keep you grounded and prepared.
Child Custody and Support—Handled With Care
If children are involved, the stakes are even higher. Parenting time, custody agreements, child support—it’s a lot to take in. And emotions can run hot. We approach these matters with the seriousness they deserve and the sensitivity they require.
We help Detroit-area parents negotiate:
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Joint custody or sole custody arrangements
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Visitation schedules that reflect real-life routines
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Modifications when life changes
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Enforcement when one party isn’t following orders
Because your relationship with your kids shouldn’t suffer just because your marriage is ending.
Your First Step? A Conversation.
We get it—talking to a lawyer can feel overwhelming. But we promise, your first consultation with us won’t be. We’ll listen to your situation, explain your rights, and help you understand what your next steps could look like. No pressure. No legal jargon. Just a conversation built on clarity.
Our team at Mellin Robinson, P.C. in Troy, MI is proud to serve clients from Detroit who want reliable legal support during one of life’s hardest transitions. You don’t have to go through this alone.
Contact us today to schedule a confidential consultation. Let’s figure out what’s next—together.