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Some Wisconsin couples may be able to quickly find an amicable settlement for their divorce, agreeing easily about how to divide their property and end the marriage. However, others may face a more contentious process, especially after a marriage that ended in more...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...