Most Wisconsin couples plan on sharing retirement accounts and as a result, the accounts are put into both their names. The emotional toll of a divorce can be so much in a divorce that the couples forget about things like 401(k) retirement accounts and other employee...
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A parent’s substance abuse and visitation decisions?
Alcohol and substance abuse problems affect millions of people, and the impact of addiction often proves far-reaching. Parents struggling with their issues might find challenges during child custody hearings in Wisconsin. The courts may feel great reservations about...
How can mediation help with child custody issues?
As a Wisconsin parent who has split from your spouse or partner, you will probably have custody issues. If your ex decides that they want the two of you to try mediation for your child custody matters, here is what you should know about the process. What happens...
How to handle parental alienation
In a Wisconsin court's eyes, parental alienation is one of the worst things that a parent can do. The court will punish the behavior severely, right up to the point of changing the custody agreement. Here is what you should do if it is happening to you. Parental...
How devastating is emotional abuse?
Abusive relationships take many forms, and no kind of abuse is acceptable. Emotional abuse could lead many individuals to file for divorce in Wisconsin. Often, emotional and physical abuse occur together, but emotional abuse remains devastating even when not...
What happens to the family home after divorce in Wisconsin?
After a divorce, there's the question of what happens to shared assets. One of the biggest questions is typically what happens to the family home that the couple has shared over many years. Sometimes, the couple knows right from the start who will get the house in the...
How is spousal maintenance decided?
Alimony, sometimes referred to as maintenance, is one of the more misunderstood parts of a Wisconsin divorce. In most cases, it is not a permanent right or obligation. Instead, it depends on a number of factors. One key question is how long it lasts. Maintenance...
Three critical steps in preparing for a divorce in Wisconsin
When you file for divorce in Wisconsin, you don't want aspects of the process to take you by surprise. You should learn about what you need to do and avoid doing to help the divorce go more smoothly for you. Close joint credit cards You should close joint credit cards...
Tips for divorcing when you have adopted children
Wisconsin couples who find out that they can adopt the children they want are happier than ever. However, happiness doesn't always last forever. When these parents decide that it's time to file for divorce, there are a few things that they need to do. Commit to...
How to regain control when going through a divorce
Whether you've been married two months or 20 years in Wisconsin, facing the reality of divorce can be a hard pill to swallow. It can be very easy to feel like you're losing control of your life. By practicing some of the tips below, you can help to get your lifestyle...