The standard guideline for the payment of Wisconsin child support is based on the payer’s gross income and the number of children involved. The guideline percentage amounts are: 17% for one child 25% for two children 29% for three children 31% for four children 34% for five or more children Because every situation is unique, […]
The Pitfalls of a DIY Divorce | The Family Home
When couples decide to separate, among the many considerations is the expense of getting a divorce. If you and your spouse basically agree on just about everything, you may wonder if you can save time and money with a do-it-yourself divorce. The best way to answer the question is to take a closer look at […]
Family Law Does Not Only Mean Divorce
The word “family” is defined by YourDictionary.com as ”a specific group of people that may be made up of partners, children, parents, aunts, uncles, cousins and grandparents.” This is a more current definition of the word “family” than as defined by Merriam-Webster as “the basic unit in society traditionally consisting of two parents rearing their […]
Grandparent Visitation Refusal
Grandparents often play an important role in their grandchild’s life. They not only provide love and support, they are a valuable resource of information connecting a grandchild to his or her cultural heritage and family history. Unfortunately, when changes in child’s immediate family occur such as divorce or a parent’s untimely death, or even in […]
Invalid Prenuptial Agreements
Spouses who entered into a prenuptial agreement before marriage who are now heading for divorce court may wonder if there is a way to invalidate the prenuptial agreement. Hindsight is 20/20 after all, and what seemed reasonable in the early days of a relationship may seem downright unfair or even suspect when the marriage dissolves. […]
Establishing Legal Fatherhood
These days, many more children are born to parents who are not married, sometimes leaving the paternity of the child in question. In Wisconsin, establishing paternity (legal fatherhood) of a child is determined in three ways: Voluntary Paternity Acknowledgement, a court hearing, or Acknowledgement of a Marital Child. Voluntary Paternity Acknowledgement For parents who are […]
Dividing Marital Debt in a Wisconsin Divorce
Marital property division in a Wisconsin divorce includes not only the division of assets but also division of marital debt. It is important to understand that regardless of who is ordered to pay marital debt, your contract with the creditor does not change. If your name is on a credit card or loan, you remain […]
Domestic Violence Uptick During COVID-19 Crisis
The COVID-19 pandemic is a unique challenge facing many families. One disturbing trend that is arising is the increase in Domestic Violence complaints. With Wisconsin starting a Safer at Home policy many municipalities have started to see an uptick in domestic violence complaints during Covid-19 crises. Self-Isolation policies recommended to halt the viral outbreak has […]
Healthcare and Emergency Workers Facing Child Visitation Issues During Covid-19
Health care workers and emergency response employees such as nurses, doctors, firefighters, law enforcement and paramedics, etc., continue to show up for work despite the risks of exposure to Covid-19. Consequently, there are a growing number of parents across the country who have begun to deny child visitation to their former spouses providing these crucial […]
Seven Guidelines for Parents Sharing Custody During the Covid-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic is a challenging time for parents and families. Parents are dealing with changing work dynamics, concerns about the health and safety of family members, and children stuck at home. For many children, this strange moment in time will leave vivid memories. They are attending school remotely, aren’t participating in their normal activities, […]
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