It's a scenario we've seen often: a spouse wants to leave an unhappy marriage but feels they must stay in it for financial security. It may be because they stayed home to raise children or worked a much lower-paying job. After a divorce, a woman's household income...
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Spousal Support
Why is spousal support used in Wisconsin?
In Wisconsin, spousal support is often referred to as maintenance. When a couple gets divorced, the court can order that one person has to pay maintenance to their ex for a specified amount of time. For instance, one spouse may be ordered to pay support every month...
Can you retire if you’re paying alimony?
Under Wisconsin law, a number of factors are considered in determining how much alimony (or spousal maintenance, as it’s referred to) one spouse needs to pay the other – if any – and for how long, following a divorce. The terms of such orders depend on things like how...
What to know about prenups
A prenuptial agreement may be an ideal way to protect assets that you acquired before your marriage such as a car or Wisconsin home. It can also be used to protect ideas that may form the foundation of a company that grows to a $1 million valuation after a marriage is...
Understanding alimony awards
In many Wisconsin divorces the question of spousal support might come up. In some situations, the couple might reach an agreement on the support payments, while in others, the court might order the payments. However, unlike child support, alimony is not automatically...
What are the main types of alimony in Wisconsin?
Life after divorce can bring the excitement that comes with starting over. Unfortunately, post-divorce life isn't always easy from a financial standpoint. To help remedy this problem, Wisconsin has a set of alimony laws. Here are the four main types of alimony...
What happens when you file for bankruptcy after a divorce?
Some Wisconsin residents have financial trouble after getting a divorce. If you’re in this situation and struggle with debt after the end of your marriage, you might want to file for bankruptcy. What happens when you file bankruptcy after divorce? When you file for...
Keep this in mind when negotiating alimony agreements
Divorce is a difficult time for both parties in Wisconsin, and when divorce proceedings come to an end, one party might find themselves in need of financial assistance. One way that divorcees can get this help is by negotiating an alimony agreement with their...
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...
Preparing for divorce when you’re the spouse who stayed at home
Ending a marriage can be difficult regardless of your financial status. However, if you primarily stayed home during the course of your relationship, it can be even harder to obtain an equitable divorce settlement. Therefore, you will need to be proactive in obtaining...