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Emily Catania- Michigan Lawyer

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I’m incredibly grateful and honored to be selected as a Super Lawyers Rising Star for the 5th year in a row.

This recognition is especially meaningful because it reflects not only the work I put into my practice, but also the trust my clients place in me during some of the most important and challenging moments of their lives.

I’m grateful to my clients, colleagues, mentors, friends, and family who have supported me along the way. I never take the opportunity to advocate for my clients and help them navigate business and family law matters for granted.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey. Here’s to continuing to learn, grow, and serve my clients at the highest level.

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A recent federal case, United States v. Heppner, is a wake-up call for anyone using generative AI.

In this February 2026 decision, the court ruled that a defendant’s interactions with a public AI platform were not protected by attorney-client privilege or the work-product doctrine. That means those conversations were discoverable by the government.

The reasoning is straightforward. Privilege depends on confidentiality, and using a public AI tool involves sharing information with a third party. The court made it clear that AI is not your lawyer, and those communications are not protected in the same way.

The takeaway is simple but critical. Do not assume your AI conversations are private, especially when discussing legal strategy or sensitive facts.

If it matters, talk to your attorney, not a chatbot.

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I am pleased to share the launch of my new professional website. The site serves as a centralized resource where you can learn more about my practice and experience, and it provides convenient access to all of my social media platforms in one place. I look forward to continuing to connect and share valuable insights through this new platform. Check it out here! ➡️ https://www.ecatanialitigation.com taken in Birmingham, Michigan by @ecatanialitigation

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💍 What can Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce teach us about prenuptial agreements?

Prenups are not just for celebrities. They can be an important tool for protecting your assets, clarifying financial expectations, and planning for your future together. ⚖️

Watch my video as I break down the buzz surrounding their rumored prenup and share why prenuptial agreements matter for couples right here in Oakland County, Michigan.

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Some questions make my day as a family law attorney! 👩‍⚖️💬 Want to know which ones? Watch until the end. 👀

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Going through a divorce? 💼 Some financial decisions are more complicated than they seem, and the timing can matter more than you think. 👀 Watch this before making your next move!

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Family law trial courts are navigating a changing landscape, and what’s happening right now matters. ⚖️ Watch the video for a closer look at the issues shaping family law litigation today.

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Can you legally suspend parenting time because the other parent has failed to pay child support? ⚖️

In family law, child support and parenting time are separate issues, and taking matters into your own hands can have serious consequences.

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Your principles matter, but during divorce, standing your ground on every issue can come at a high price. ⚖️

Sometimes, protecting your future means knowing which battles are worth fighting and which ones are costing you more than they are worth. The goal is not to compromise your values, but to make strategic decisions that protect what matters most.

In divorce, being right and getting the best outcome are not always the same thing.

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Who is on the deed is not always the whole story in family law.

Property ownership, marital interests, contributions, and the circumstances surrounding the property can all matter when determining what happens during a divorce or family law dispute.

If you are facing a property issue, make sure you understand the bigger picture before assuming the deed tells the entire story.

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Does fault matter in a divorce?

In Michigan, the answer is more nuanced than you might think. In Sparks v. Sparks, the Michigan Supreme Court addressed how marital fault can factor into the division of marital property, even though Michigan is a no fault divorce state.

That means the circumstances surrounding the breakdown of a marriage may still matter when the court is determining an equitable division of property.

If you are facing divorce in Oakland County, understanding how fault may affect your case is important. Every divorce is different, and the specific facts can make a difference.

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Can your ex’s new boyfriend or girlfriend actually affect custody? The answer is more complicated than you might think. A new relationship alone does not automatically justify changing custody, but the circumstances surrounding that relationship can become relevant to the court. Watch the video to learn what actually matters in a Michigan custody case.

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