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Thomas M. Spackey Attorney | Family Law

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After graduating from Detroit College of Law and passing the bar exam (State Bar of Michigan) in 1996, Thomas went to work for Brian Lavan and Associates handling divorce and family law cases.

In 2007 Thomas opened his own firm, the Law Office of Thomas M. Spackey PLC, in Brighton, Michigan to practice Family Law and help clients work through the divorce process, custody situations, estate planning, wills and all aspects of family law.

Areas of Practice

Family Law, Litigation

Handling Divorce, Separate Maintenance and Annulment cases from start to finish, including property settlement and division of retirement benefits and what you can expect to receive. There are special circumstances where property may be considered separate and not part of the marital estate, I can assist you with that as well.
Custody and Parenting Time consultations. I can explain the different types of custody and different parenting time schedules that may be most appropriate for your particular case.
Spousal Support. I can help you to understand what the court will find important in making a determination on how much spousal support a person will have to pay or should receive.
Calculating Child Support for initial support orders, reviews or modifications.
Conducting Discovery, the formal process of gathering information, to prepare a case for Mediation, Evidentiary Hearings, Trial or settlement.
Mediations, both serving as a Mediator and taking clients to Mediation. Together we will prepare you and your case for success at mediation.
Post Judgment Enforcement. You have a Judgment of Divorce and you need to have your ex-spouse follow it and do what they are supposed to do. I can help you with that.
Paternity. If paternity of a child is an issue, I can assist in informing you of your rights and responsibilities.
Guardianships.

Services

Divorce and Family Law
Probate and Estate Planning

Thomas M. Spackey Attorney | Family Law

After graduating from Detroit College of Law and passing the bar exam (State Bar of Michigan) in 1996, Thomas went to work for Brian Lavan and Associates handling divorce and family law cases.

Practice areas:

Family Law, Litigation

Contact

Location

Law Office of Thomas M. Spackey PLC
7960 Grand River Rd Ste 280
Brighton, MI, 48114

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Office (810) 534-4055

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Bio

I am a lawyer. I didn’t start out to be a lawyer. I attended Eastern Michigan University studying business management. It was there that my love for law and my desire to be a lawyer began. It was my Business Law course. I would save my Business Law homework until all my other homework was done, because I knew that once I got started on the Business Law reading I would get so engrossed and enjoy it so much that I wouldn’t put it down. The law fascinated me.

It was at Detroit College of Law when I became interested in family law while interning for a family law lawyer. After graduation in 1996 and passing the bar exam, I started working for Brian Lavan and Associates. I was one of four lawyers and I immediately began handling divorce and family law cases. I followed one case all the way through two appeals. I left the firm in 2007 and opened my own practice in Brighton, MI where I help clients work through the problems that can arise in families.

I like to work. I began working at age 8, riding my bike to deliver papers in my neighborhood. When I was 12, I said I was fourteen so I could get a job as a bus boy at a local restaurant. I continue that strong work ethic and will give your matter my full attention.

Not surprisingly, I still ride a bike. Last year I put about 4500 miles on my road bike. Several times each year, I travel out-of-state to ride. I went to the World Championships last year as a spectator. I hope to go as a competitor one year. I like being outdoors and hike the national parks as often as possible.

I understand divorce, both as a lawyer assisting a client and as part of a family that divorced my Freshman year of college. I remember it was very difficult for me, my brother and my sister. My parents felt we were old enough to share details and wanted us to take sides. In spite of that, I am still close with both of my parents. While I try to assure that the splitting apart of the family doesn’t cause too much damage, I will vigorously advocate for your position when necessary.

I stay current and knowledgeable in all areas of family law. I attend Family Law Conferences three times a year and have been invited to attend the Family Court Forum, sponsored by the Family Law Section of the State Bar. The Forum, consisting of lawyers, judges, court staff and social workers meets once a year to discuss a current issue in Family Law.

Recently, I added a new service for my clients. I realized that changes in the family call for changes in estate planning as well. I can review your will, powers of attorney and other documents to help you make the necessary modifications.

More questions? Call me at (810) 534-4055. I will answer or return your call as soon as possible.