After a couple marries, one or both parties may regret not getting a prenuptial agreement to protect themselves or a business financially. Fortunately, a post nuptial agreement is a good option for married couples, offering many of the same protections as a prenup. A pre or post nuptial allows a couple to decide in advance […]
Interstate Child Custody Dispute Jurisdiction
When parents separate or divorce, it is not all that uncommon for one parent to move to another state to pursue a career opportunity or to be closer to extended family. This often results in questions about which state has jurisdiction in a custody case if there is not an existing child custody order before […]
DIY Agreements in Uncontested Divorce
Divorcing couples who agree on everything from property division to ongoing support, may want to write their own agreement to avoid the hassle and cost of seeking legal counsel. While completely understandable, agreeing to a divorce settlement without legal advice is not a good idea and can result in long term consequences. It is always […]
Can My Child Decide Which Parent to Live With in a Divorce?
In Wisconsin a child of divorce has some input in how child custody and visitation responsibility is allocated, particularly if the child is able to understand the situation and form a mature and rational opinion to support their wishes. Although there are no age related guidelines to look to, certainly a child who is in […]
Restraining Orders and Orders of Protection
The Wisconsin family law attorneys of Probst Law Offices can provide legal assistance related to restraining orders and orders of protection whether you need help obtaining a restraining order or injunction or have had a restraining order filed against you. When you have a divorce or family law matter involving domestic violence, our experienced family […]
Jane Probst Practicing Family Law in Illinois
Probst law offices is excited to announce that attorney Jane Probst is now practicing family law in both Illinois and Wisconsin courts. Jane was sworn into the Illinois State Bar on August 16, 2022. Jane will be practicing primarily in the northern Illinois counties of Lake, McHenry and Jo Daviess. Jane, who is originally from […]
Differences Between Adoption and Guardianship
The difference between adoptions and guardianships are significant: Adoption, on the other hand, terminates a parent’s rights and obligations to the child, severing all ties unless there is a special agreement to continue visitation between the parties. The Role of the Guardian A guardian’s responsibilities typically include providing the day to day needs of a […]
What to Expect During a Child Custody Evaluation
When parents cannot agree on custody arrangements for their child in a divorce, a judge will likely order a custody evaluation to determine what is in the best interests of the child. What to Expect When Speaking to a Child Custody Evaluator During a custody evaluation, the person assigned will speak to the parents and […]
When Grandparents Take Over Care of Grandchild
Today, many parents rely on the help of family members to raise their children for a variety of reasons. It may be that a parent is working two jobs or is attending school and needs a reliable sitter. Other times a parent may just be struggling and needs help taking care of their child. Often […]
Ex Moved Out of State | Stopped Paying Child Support
When your ex-spouse fails to pay child support there are a number of remedies from wage garnishment to revoking a driver’s license to ensure compliance. A parent may also be held in contempt of court and face legal consequences. Even when spouses live in separate states, matters related to past due child support are typically […]
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