The COVID-19 pandemic is a challenging time for parents and families. Wisconsin recently started a Safer at Home policy that has changed routines and schedules. Children are no longer attending school or extracurricular activities, and many parents are now working from home. Unfortunately, some parents are using the uncertainty and safety concerns posed by COVID-19 […]
Temporary Orders for Child Custody
When parents’ divorce, the child’s best interests are first and foremost, which may or may not include shared legal custody as the divorce proceeds. Because children of divorce must have someone to make decisions on their behalf during the process, one parent may agree to give up legal custody in the short term to keep […]
Divorce and the Holidays
Navigating the holiday season following a recent divorce or during ongoing divorce proceedings can be challenging for families. While some of the activities you and your children look forward to will remain the same, some routines will inevitably change after a divorce. It is helpful to discuss what might be different as well as what […]
Wisconsin Custody and Physical Placement of a Child
If you are a parent considering divorce, you and your spouse may be able to work out an agreement regarding child custody and physical placement that works well for your child. Child custody refers to a right to make legal decisions regarding your child, which may include where your child will attend school, their religious […]
Domestic Violence
If you are the victim of domestic violence, whether it is physical violence or abusive behavior and would like to discuss all your legal options available to you to protect you and your children, contact Probst Law Offices for help. We provide a free, confidential consultation to discuss what options are available to protect you […]
Appealing Wisconsin Family Court Commissioner Order
Typically, in Wisconsin, family law matters will be heard in front of a family court commissioner out of a need for efficiency and expediency. Sometimes parties believe that the commissioner “got it wrong” and wonder if there is any recourse. The answer is yes. If you disagree with a commissioner’s decision in a contested family […]
Wisconsin Temporary Restraining Order
If you or your children are victims of an abusive spouse and are seeking protection as you exit the relationship, you may want to apply for a domestic abuse restraining order. In matters of divorce, an experienced family law attorney can help you file and obtain a restraining order and assist you with issues related […]
Child Custody Dispute : The Role of the Guardian Ad Litem
If divorcing parents cannot agree on a custody and visitation arrangement for their child, the court may assign a guardian ad litem (GAL) to represent the interests of a child in a Wisconsin child custody dispute. Contested Child Custody and Visitation A guardian ad litem is a person the court appoints to investigate what solutions […]