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The marital home can become one of the most difficult issues to resolve during a divorce. Beyond its financial value, the home may represent stability, family memories and a place where one or both spouses expect to continue living. If you and your spouse disagree...
Courts settle child custody rights in Wisconsin using one standard: the “child’s best interests.” If you are locked in a dispute over custody of your child, one important question can lead to conflict. What arrangements best suit your kid’s interests? Parents can...
A house owned before marriage may remain separate property in Wisconsin, but that does not always decide who keeps it in a divorce. The answer often depends on whether the home stayed separate, whether marital money went into it and whether the marriage changed its...
A custody dispute can be one of the hardest parts of a family law case. Conflict can distract you from your child’s needs and important decisions. Every case is different, but avoiding common mistakes can help you handle the process and protect your child’s...
Divorce brings many hard questions. Financial stability often tops the list. For a stay-at-home mom in Waukesha, spousal maintenance can play a major role in her future. Knowing how Wisconsin courts handle this can help her make smart choices from the very start. What...
Creating a parenting plan can be one of the most challenging parts of a divorce or custody case. While many parents reach an agreement through negotiation, others struggle to resolve important issues involving their children. If you and the other parent cannot agree...
If you are going through a divorce or separation in Wisconsin, you will likely hear the terms "custody" and " physical placement" constantly. While it is easy to assume that they mean the same thing, they are completely separate legal terms. Mixing up these two...
A move can make sense for work, family support or a fresh start. But when children are involved, relocation can quickly raise difficult questions about school, travel, holidays and time with the other parent. If the change affects when your child stays with each...
Divorce in Wisconsin restructures your finances, your parenting role and your daily routine all at once. How you handle each step can influence how long the process takes and what the outcome looks like. Why communication shapes your case The choices you make early...
You want to put your current marriage behind you as soon as possible. However, the cooling-off period is standing in your way as you try to turn a new leaf. It is understandable that you are frustrated because of this. But since the court enforces a mandatory...