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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...
After the court establishes child custody and a parenting time schedule, it may be necessary to change it. Wisconsin law creates uniform standards for when a court may modify a child custody order. While minor schedule changes may be somewhat routine, circumstances...
If you live in Wisconsin and you have joint custody of one or more children, then you might be wondering about what happens if one of the parents wants to move out of the state. The laws governing this have changed, so it is important to stay on top of what rules you...
Finding evidence for nonphysical abuse to bring forth in a custody battle is often a challenge. This type of mistreatment that is unfortunately common in marriages is often subtle, but even the most dramatic instances of nonphysical abuse might leave no trace of...
It’s not uncommon for couples going through a divorce in Wisconsin to feel they have no control. Often, one spouse may believe there is a power struggle throughout the process. This can happen when the marriage is not an equal partnership and one spouse makes...
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...