Grandparents, stepparents, uncles, aunts, and other third parties who commonly play important roles in a child’s lives don’t have the same rights as parents. In fact, many wonder if their role in the child’s life gives them the right to exercise placement time. The short answer to this question is “no.” In Wisconsin, physical place … Read more
In some situations, you and your spouse will discuss the possibility of divorce for weeks, months, or even years. In other cases, you may be “blindsided” by these papers and have no advance warning of what happened. Once you receive divorce papers, you need to take steps to protect your legal rights and your future. … Read more
When determining placement for a child in Wisconsin, the Court’s top priority will be to find what is in the child’s best interest. While there is no set definition of what equates to a child’s best interest, it describes how the courts deliberate when determining what type of orders, actions, and services will be best … Read more
Are you ready to file for divorce? In Wisconsin, it is required that you file for divorce in the county where you live. Additionally, if you are filing for divorce, it is required that you have been a resident of the state for at least six months before the filing. You must also be a … Read more
In the state of Wisconsin, restraining orders are types of court orders that direct a person to refrain from engaging in a specific behavior. Temporary restraining orders are often used to keep an abusive spouse away from their victim, to move out of the house you share with them, to stop calling or harassing you, … Read more
The holiday season can be challenging for parents with joint or split custody. Most parents want to spend as much time as possible with their children this time of the year. However, it is more than challenging for many parents to determine who gets certain holidays with their children. While the court will usually accept … Read more
In the state of Wisconsin, you must file a divorce action in your home county. If you are the one filing for divorce, you must be a state resident for a minimum of 120 days or six months before filing. You are also required to have resided in the county where you plan to file … Read more
Whether you’re baffled to find divorce papers on your kitchen counter, or it’s been a long time coming, the process of divorce can be overwhelming and confusing. The life you knew will be changing, and it can feel like your rights as a wife may be taken away. Fear not—as experienced Wisconsin divorce lawyers, we … Read more
Harassment can come in many forms. While this is true, we are discussing situations involving a spouse, partner, boyfriend or girlfriend, or someone else you have a close relationship with. If you find yourself in a situation where you are being harassed, stalked, or threatened, you may want to take legal action. However, before pursuing … Read more
The changing of a calendar year is a time for new beginnings, whether through resolutions or taking a fresh look at life. Unfortunately, for some people, “new beginnings” may mean embarking on a divorce process. Regardless of the specifics of your situation, the process of getting divorced can be emotionally and financially taxing. We’ve written … Read more