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Corriveau Law combines extensive courtroom experience with combined backgrounds founded in: education, psychology, government, and public service. Corriveau

Corriveau Law combines extensive courtroom experience with combined backgrounds founded in: education, psychology, government, and public service to represent our clients in a broad range of cases. With resources throughout Wayne, Oakland, Livingston, and Washtenaw county we are able to help a wide range of clients with all aspects of life. The attorneys who work for our firm are members of many state and national professional organizations. Some of these include:

The Michigan Association of Justice;
Family Law, Personal Injury & Workers Compensation sections of the
Michigan State Bar
The Brain Injury Association
State Appellant Defenders Office (SADO)
Close contact with these professional bodies both keep our firm in touch with the latest developments in the law and help provide the best possible representation for our clients. Ongoing communication with outside professionals also allows us to draw on expertise beyond the firm. Long-term relationships with doctors, psychologists, nurses, accountants, and other professionals are advantages that separate our firm from others in the preparation of cases, as well as in the courtroom. The result is a wide-ranging depth of knowledge that is a benefit to all of our clients. It is the goal of our firm to help people through what can easily be the most difficult and trying times of one's life. Family Law can be made easier if they have someone who will ensure that their interests will be protected. Since 1976, this is the standard to which Corriveau Family Law commits itself. - Joseph P.

11/02/2026

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions most people will ever make.

But here's something homeowners don't always think about: What happens to that house when you're no longer here?

Who inherits it? Will your family need to go through probate? Is the property titled correctly? And what happens if there's still a mortgage?

These are questions worth answering while you have the opportunity to make those decisions yourself.

Your home may be one of your most valuable assets, but it's also where you've built years of memories.

Protecting it means thinking beyond ownership and making sure there's a plan for what comes next.

If you own a home and haven't considered how it fits into your estate plan, let's have that conversation.

10/31/2026

Some people are really committed to procrastination. 💀😂

We promise Joe's estate planning appointments are a lot less painful than spending eternity on your to-do list.

Happy Halloween from Corriveau Law! 🎃

10/30/2026

Probate is one of those words people hear all the time but may not fully understand until their family is actually dealing with it.

At its simplest, probate is the legal process used to administer certain assets after someone dies. But what that process looks like can depend on the estate and how things were set up beforehand.

That’s why understanding probate before your family is navigating it can make such a difference.

Estate planning isn’t about memorizing legal terms. It’s about knowing how your decisions today may affect the people handling things later.

So, what about you? Did you understand what probate was before you started thinking about estate planning?

10/29/2026

Choosing someone to manage your estate is about more than choosing someone you love and trust.

You also need to ask: Are they capable? Are they prepared? And do they actually want the responsibility?

In this conversation with Karen from Heirloom Consulting, we discuss something many families don't consider until they're facing it.

Being a trustee, personal representative, or power of attorney comes with real responsibilities. And for someone who's also grieving, learning everything along the way can be overwhelming.

That's where professional guidance can make a difference.

Whether it's having a neutral third party handle the responsibilities or helping a family member who's already been chosen, the goal is to make sure things are handled properly without adding unnecessary stress.

Choosing the right person matters just as much as having the right documents.

If you're putting together your estate plan, let's talk about who you're putting in charge and whether they're truly prepared for the job.

10/28/2026

🎄 Northville has a way of making the holidays special, and one of the best parts is seeing our community come together to make Christmas brighter for local children.

Corriveau Law is proud to once again be a Toys for Tots drop-off location right here in downtown Northville!

Every donated toy is an opportunity to put a smile on a child's face Christmas morning. And with the Toys for Tots float participating in Northville's Holiday Lighted Parade, it's a wonderful reminder of how much this community cares.

🎁 We're collecting new, unwrapped toys through December 1st.

That deadline is important! The toys need time to reach the warehouse, be sorted, and get into the hands of families before Christmas.

If you're out doing your holiday shopping, consider picking up one extra toy and dropping it off at Corriveau Law.

Let's show what Northville can do when we come together for a great cause! ❤️

10/26/2026

Estate planning is really a series of decisions.

Who will manage things if you can’t? Who should receive what you leave behind? Who do you trust to make important decisions on your behalf? And how do you want your family to handle things when you’re no longer there to guide them?

Those choices can feel easier to put off because no one needs an answer today.

But that’s exactly why today is the better time to make them.

A thoughtful plan lets you make the important decisions yourself, instead of leaving someone else to make them during an already difficult time.

10/24/2026

A prenup is one wedding detail you really don't want to leave until the last minute. 💍

The point of a prenuptial agreement is to make financial decisions while both people have the time, information, and freedom to consider what they're agreeing to.

When you're days away from the wedding, that becomes a lot harder.

Both parties should have a meaningful opportunity to review the agreement, ask questions, disclose relevant financial information, and consult their own attorneys.

Joe's general rule? Have the agreement in the other person's hands at least 30 days before the wedding.

That's Joe's recommended planning window, not a universal legal deadline. And starting the conversation even earlier is better.

Because a prenup isn't just about getting signatures. It's about creating an agreement that has a stronger chance of holding up if it's ever challenged.

If you're engaged and considering a prenup, don't make it the last item on your wedding checklist.

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10/23/2026

The people closest to you may know you better than anyone. But that doesn’t mean they automatically know what you would want in every situation.

Who should make decisions for you? What happens to your property? Are there specific wishes you want honored? Who should handle the responsibilities you leave behind?

Those aren’t questions your family should have to answer based on assumptions.

Estate planning gives your wishes a voice when you may not be there to explain them yourself.

So ask yourself: do the people you love actually know what you want, or are you assuming they do?

10/22/2026

What’s the point of leaving your children an inheritance if it ends up costing them their relationship with each other?

I’ve seen families spend years building wealth, making sacrifices, and saving money because they want to leave something meaningful behind.

But sometimes, after a parent passes away, that inheritance becomes the very thing that divides the family.

In this conversation with Karen from Heirloom Consulting, we discuss how arguments over money, disagreements about property, or even one sentimental item can turn into years of resentment and expensive legal battles.

Your legacy should be more than the money you leave behind. It should include the relationships you worked so hard to build.

Enjoy the life you’ve earned, and make sure your estate plan gives your family clear direction when the time comes.

Because no parent wants their final gift to become the reason their children stop speaking.

10/20/2026

Your child might still live under your roof, be on your health insurance, and call you every time something goes wrong.

But legally? Turning 18 changes things.

Parents are often surprised to discover that being the parent doesn't automatically give them access to medical information, college records, or financial accounts once their child becomes an adult.

And finding that out during an emergency is the worst possible time.

The good news is that your adult child can choose to give you the authority to help through documents like a healthcare power of attorney, financial power of attorney, and appropriate educational releases.

These aren't about taking away their independence. They're about making sure the people they trust can step in when needed.

Have a child turning 18 or heading off to college? Joe can help you get the right documents in place without making the process complicated.

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324 E Main Street
Northville, MI
48167

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Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

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+12483806800

Website

http://www.corriveaulaw.com/

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