Mediation

For many divorcing couples, the house is more than an asset. It may be where the children live, where one spouse feels settled or simply the largest financial asset at stake. If you and your spouse disagree about what should happen to the home, mediation may give you...

Mediation offers a private path to resolve family disputes without a grueling courtroom battle. This process empowers divorcing couples to reach a mutual agreement while maintaining control over their future. How can you avoid the common pitfalls that could derail...

Divorce can be a highly emotional experience for everyone involved. Between the stress of legal processes, dividing assets, and adjusting to a new life, the emotional toll is significant. However, mediation offers a way to reduce this stress and encourage a more...

Divorce brings many emotions, and mediation can make the process less tense. But you might wonder how a mediator remains neutral when emotions and disagreements run high. Understanding a mediator’s role helps you see how fairness stays at the heart of the process. The...

When parents divorce, concerns often arise about where children will live and how parenting time will be shared. In Wisconsin, custody and placement disputes do not go directly to trial. State law requires most parents to attempt mediation as their first step. Below...

Ending your marriage is not an easy thing. Divorce is difficult, emotionally draining and time-consuming. It can be a negative and painful experience, especially if there are children involved. However, there’s another approach available that allows the parties to...

Divorce can bring out the worst in people. Individuals who previously loved and supported each other may use underhanded tactics to manipulate each other and may even lie in the hopes of gaining an advantage during the divorce. Couples may fight so bitterly as they...

In the past, divorce was viewed as a last resort. It was also seen as a battle between spouses where there had to be a winner and a loser. The reality is that there are no winners in a highly-contested divorce.  For these reasons, family mediation has become much more...

Over the past few decades, divorce and child custody mediation has become increasingly popular. This alternative to litigation is often heralded for its ability to reduce conflict and promote amicable solutions. However, in situations where emotional abuse is a...

Most people prefer to avoid discussing unpleasant subjects. But residents of Wisconsin must consider what to do if they become incapacitated and can't make decisions for themselves. Understanding advanced directives An advanced directive informs doctors and caregivers...