You certainly don’t expect your marriage to end in divorce. But when divorce becomes necessary, it is often one of the most difficult life experiences. Get clear legal direction for your family, finances, home, and future before taking the next step.
Hiring a divorce lawyer is the best way to take the emotion out of the case and let the professionals settle the dispute.
We understand that separating from your spouse is never easy, even when infidelity comes into play, which is the number one reason couples get divorced in the first place.
Hiring a divorce attorney gives you the breathing room you need to move forward with your life.
You receive advice without passion — legal guidance designed to help you move on with your life.
In Wisconsin, you have the right to legal counsel throughout the divorce.
The last thing you want is a lengthy divorce because the papers were not filed correctly.
Our team of family lawyers understands that your family’s needs are unique. For this reason, we provide personalized legal assistance that addresses your individual situation.
AV-rated Attorney Linda S. Vanden Heuvel and top-rated Attorney Lisa M. Vanden Heuvel believe in attempting to resolve your disputes through negotiation, as well as mediation, cooperative divorce or collaborative divorce. However, when these options do not work, the attorneys at Vanden Heuvel & Dineen, S.C. are exceedingly prepared to provide ethical, aggressive representation in court when litigation is required.
Linda assists clients in divorce, family law, mediation, settlement negotiations, and litigation. She is prepared to pursue resolution when possible and strong courtroom advocacy when necessary.
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Lisa provides family law guidance involving divorce, adoption, paternity, mediation, custody, and Guardian ad Litem matters.
View Attorney Profile →Hiring a divorce lawyer is the best way to take emotion out of the case and let professionals settle the dispute.
Hiring a divorce attorney will give you the breathing room you need to move forward with your life. You’ll have someone with experience on your side to receive the best outcome and get a judgment fast.
In some situations you can avoid litigation altogether if your spouse is agreeable. Otherwise, you’ll need a lawyer with proven success in family court. The idea is that hiring a divorce attorney gives you access to professional advice without passion. This is advice that’ll ultimately help you move on with your life.
The last thing we want you to experience is a lengthy divorce because the papers were never filed correctly.
We’ve seen this scenario more times than we can count: divorce proceedings where one spouse’s attorney disregards the other’s rights. Although there’s no requirement to retain a lawyer, in Wisconsin you have the right to legal counsel throughout the divorce.
You have to protect your rights to get a fair settlement. When you hire a divorce attorney, it means there will be no surprises during the legal battle. You’ll have peace of mind knowing someone is finally fighting on your behalf.
This question is more common than you might assume. At Vanden Heuvel & Dineen, S.C., we want you to have all of the information you need to make the wisest choice.
The financial element of a divorce can be one of the most challenging to litigate. In Wisconsin, you have the right to file for divorce if you know your spouse is mismanaging your family’s finances.
Wisconsin is a no-fault divorce state, which means neither party will be at fault legally speaking. Yet improper financial maneuvers can prolong a divorce case, including opening new lines of credit or loans without a partner’s knowledge or consent.
When it comes to child custody, Wisconsin law is straightforward: divorce never gives anyone the right to take children out of the home and run away until the case resolves.
If the marriage is genuinely irreconcilable, we can help you protect your rights as a parent or legal guardian. Some counties in Wisconsin require filing Parenting Plans along with the divorce petition.
When your spouse suddenly hires a family law attorney, the prudent move is to hire an attorney yourself, even if you haven’t been served with a summons.
We don’t want to see your spouse getting the upper hand unfairly simply because they have quality legal counsel and you don’t.
It may come as a shock when your spouse serves you with divorce papers unexpectedly. In Wisconsin, you have the option to jointly file the divorce petition if both parties are ready to move forward.
Nevertheless, it is time to consider hiring a divorce lawyer to fight for your rights when you receive a summons.
It is always worth hiring a divorce attorney if you need peace of mind before filing. Wisconsin family law may be clear, but it is not perfect. We want to make the process go as smoothly as possible from beginning to end.
Ultimately, the decision is up to you whether or not to follow through with divorce proceedings, so if you need professional legal counsel, contact Vanden Heuvel & Dineen, S.C. today.
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West Bend, WI 53095
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Written by Linda S. Vanden Heuvel, this guide was created to help individuals and families better understand the divorce process in Wisconsin with clear, practical, and objective legal information.
Providing accurate and objective information to help make the right decisions during a divorce in Wisconsin, this guide provides answers to 360 queries such as: “What is the mediation process in Wisconsin and is it required?” “How quickly can one get a divorce?” “Who decides who gets the cars, the pets, and the house?” “What actions might influence child custody?” “How are bills divided and paid during the divorce?” “How much will a divorce cost?” and “Will a spouse have to pay some or all attorney fees?”
This divorce handbook provides clear and concise responses to your questions to help build confidence and give the peace of mind needed to meet the challenges of a divorce proceeding in the state of Wisconsin.
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“Linda has been essential for me and my children in a highly contentious custody and placement battle. She is professional, wise, and considerate to sensitive matters. Her negotiating skills are impeccable.”
“Attorney Linda Vanden Heuvel was very knowledgeable and understood our needs in my family’s custody case. She was well respected by the court staff and Judges.”
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