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Divorce changes more than your marital status. Your lifestyle and even your identity are very likely to change after separating from your spouse. If you took another surname during the marriage, it is likely you have questioned whether or not it is possible to reclaim...
Adoption by a grandparent can provide stability when a child cannot remain with a parent. Wisconsin law allows grandparents to petition for adoption, but courts follow specific legal standards before approving the request. Understanding how these rules apply helps you...
While establishing a child support order helps ensure a stable upbringing for your children, it does not imply that you have no legal grounds to update your child support costs. In most cases, the courts will review and approve modification requests to help parents...
New Year’s Day often brings a desire for a fresh start and personal growth. For many Wisconsin residents, this season of reflection leads to the difficult decision to begin the divorce process. While January marks a peak filing period, the transition involves much...
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...
Many parents rely on informal arrangements after divorce because the schedule feels easier and communication seems predictable. Yet Wisconsin law gives legal force only to a written parenting plan approved by the court. A spoken agreement may work for a time, but it...
If you are considering divorce in Wisconsin, you might wonder whether you must live apart before filing. You may also want to know how long the process takes before a judge can finalize it. Wisconsin does not require you to live apart for a specific amount of time....
Life changes, and so do work schedules. If your job hours shift after a custody plan is set, you may wonder how that affects your parenting time. Wisconsin courts recognize that flexibility helps maintain strong parent-child relationships, even when circumstances...
Being named as a guardian for a child can feel overwhelming, especially if you did not expect the responsibility. In Wisconsin, guardianship of a minor requires you to make decisions about a child’s daily life, education and wellbeing. But if someone asks you to...
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...