When you share legal custody of your child, you and your ex may share decision-making authority on a variety of matters. Sharing these major decisions can be a challenge, especially if you differ in your opinions, and it can be important to carefully consider these...
There’s no question that divorces can be stressful and draining. You might get so frustrated that you just want to ignore new mail about your divorce or calls from your attorney. While divorces can be overwhelming, it is important that you take steps to negotiate and...
If you are getting divorced, you may be either relieved or concerned that you signed a prenuptial agreement before getting married. Depending on the circumstances of your split and your current financial situation, the terms in that agreement could significantly...
As parents, the most important thing to consider during your divorce is your children’s well-being. Children need routine and stability to thrive. Yet, divorce is the very antithesis of this. For a child, it can seem like you are destroying the very foundations of...
When your spouse stated that they wanted a divorce, you told them that you wanted them out of the house. They left, and now you have a question: Are they able to claim a house when they abandoned it to you? They moved out willingly, but that doesn’t mean that they...
Sometimes, after a divorce, you are ready to make other changes in your life. Maybe you want to pursue a new career or a new job opportunity. Maybe you want to move closer to your parents or other family members, so they can help you care for your child. However, you...
One of the most challenging aspects of co-parenting after separation or divorce is transitioning children between homes. Whether one parent has the kids the majority of the time and the other only has them on the weekends or the custody split is 50-50, how you and...
In cases where divorcing parents are unable to reach an amicable agreement regarding where a child will live after the split, Wisconsin family court judges can rule on the matter. The parents are then legally obligated to abide by this ruling. If they do not agree...
It is troubling to see the way that a conflict-ridden divorce can impact your children. Even if your divorce goes smoothly, there are many changes that might impact how your children feel about what’s going on. The good news is that there are options to help you...
When you’re going through a divorce and have a business that you share with your spouse, you have to be sure that you’re paying close attention to what’s happening with the company. There’s sometimes an issue that comes up, which is commonly known as sudden income...
