A Minimum of Four to Six months (or More). If you are wondering how long a divorce takes in Wisconsin, generally, the earliest you can expect to finalize your divorce is 4 to 6 months after you file it. It takes a long time to get divorced in Wisconsin. In fact, it takes longer in…
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Understanding the Role of a Guardian ad Litem in Wisconsin Family Court
What Is The Purpose Of Guardian ad Litem In Wisconsin Family Court? If there is a custody or placement dispute involving your children during the divorce process, the court may appoint a Guardian ad Litem to perform an investigation and make a recommendation to the court. A Guardian ad Litem is an attorney who is…
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Milwaukee Divorce Lawyer Talks About Gray Divorce: Unique Challenges for Wisconsin Divorcing Couples Over Age 50
Divorce at any age presents its own set of challenges, but for couples over the age of 50 in Wisconsin, the process can be particularly complex. Often referred to as “gray divorce,” the dissolution of marriage later in life comes with its own unique considerations and hurdles. Here are some of the key challenges faced…
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How to Divide Digital Assets With a Milwaukee Divorce Lawyer
Divorce can be a complex and emotionally challenging process, especially when it comes to dividing assets without Milwaukee divorce lawyers helping you with child custody/child support, property division, or other family law matters in Milwaukee, WI. In today’s digital age, assets extend beyond physical property to include digital assets like cryptocurrency, mobile payment accounts, streaming…
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Child Custody vs. Child Placement: What is the Difference? Our Milwaukee Divorce Lawyer Answers Here
Custody and Placement are two family law concepts that our Milwaukee divorce lawyers have heard from our Milwaukee clients are often confused or used interchangeably. However, they are very different and are, in some ways, not even related in family law cases and divorce mediation! In Wisconsin, child custody refers to the right of a…
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After Working With Family Law Attorneys, Will My Kids Get to Choose Where They Live After a Milwaukee Divorce?
This is a very common question among divorcing parents and one of the main concerns parents have when they are going through the divorce process with our Milwaukee divorce lawyers. The good news (or bad news, depending on your perspective), is that in Wisconsin children do not get to choose where they live following an…
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Can I Change My Name After I Divorce? Can I Change My Kids’ Names? Advice from Milwaukee Divorce Lawyers
At the time of divorce, a woman can request that the court restore her to her former surname following a contested divorce or uncontested divorce in Milwaukee, WI. If she makes such a request following the divorce proceedings, it will be granted. The other party from uncontested divorces cannot object or prevent her from doing…
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Legal Separation vs. Divorce
What is Legal Separation? A Legal Separation is different than simply living apart. Physically separating is not the same as legally separating. If you physically separate without taking any further legal action, you remain legally married—and will continue to enjoy (or suffer) all the rights and responsibilities that come with it. Legal Separation creates a…
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Spousal Support: Types, Duration, and Modification
Sometimes fairness dictates that spouses must continue to share income after the divorce. This can happen, for example, when the parties have had a long marriage and only one party was the primary income-earner, or when one party needs a little extra time to establish a professional earning history that will allow him or her…
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Family Law Appeals
Family Law Appeals: When and How to Challenge a Court Decision There are times when court decisions don’t align with your expectations or the applicable laws. When this happens, you may need to challenge the outcome through an appeal. An appeal is not a complete “do over” of your case but rather a review of…
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How to File for Divorce in Wisconsin: A Step-by-Step Guide
A Guide Through the Divorce Process in Wisconsin Deciding to file for divorce can be an emotionally challenging decision. The process of initiating divorce proceedings and handling the associated paperwork can also be overwhelming. In this guide, we aim to demystify the process and provide you with a clear step-by-step overview of how to file…
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Choosing the Right Milwaukee Divorce Lawyer for Mediation
Mediation vs. Litigation: Choosing the Right Path with a Milwaukee Divorce Lawyer Divorce doesn’t have to mean a loss of control over your future. The decision to opt for mediation or litigation can significantly impact your divorce process and outcome. In this guide, we’ll explore the benefits of mediation over litigation and how partnering with…
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Establishing Paternity in Wisconsin: Your Rights and the Process
Establishing Paternity in Wisconsin Are you facing allegations of being a father to a child? Whether you’re disputing or agreeing with the claim, understanding your rights is crucial. If you’re a mother aiming to establish paternity or a father contesting parentage, this guide will navigate you through the paternity process. In Milwaukee, having the right…
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Handling Pet Custody and Ownership in Divorce Proceedings
You’ve heard of unhappy couples “staying together for the children,” but what if those “children” are fur babies? Some pet parents care as much for their animals as other parents do for their human children. But is there such a thing as “pet custody?” Who gets the dog in a divorce? Pets are a huge…
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13 Actions Affecting the Family
Sometimes people think “family lawyers” are like “family doctors” and that they address legal issues of all kinds for all members of a family the same way a family doctor treats general illnesses and injuries for all ages. In fact, family lawyers are highly specialized in a very narrow and nuanced area of the law….
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The Importance of Hiring a Family Law Attorney in Milwaukee
People often ask, “Do I even need to hire a Milwaukee divorce lawyer?” The short answer is, “no.” However, you also don’t need to hire an obstetrician to deliver your baby. Nature will take its course with or without the doctor there. But sometimes it is nice to have someone who can intervene when there…
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Karp & Iancu Referral List
The following attorneys can provide the best possible service in their specific practice areas. Please consider contacting them for your legal needs that we cannot service. Low – Cost Family Law Options Attorney Lorin Schuchardt, Affiliated Attorneys: 414-277-9088 Centro Legal: 414-384-7900 Legal Action of WI: 855-947-2529 Personal Injury/Auto Accidents Milwaukee Crash Lawyers, a division of…
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Vaccination Disputes in Child Custody Matters
When Parents Disagree on the COVID-19 Vaccination The Food and Drug Administration just announced that children 12 to 15 years old are now eligible to receive the Pfizer Covid vaccine. Children as young as 6 months old may soon be able to receive the vaccine after ongoing clinical trials are complete. But what happens when…
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When can we legally sell or refinance the house in a divorce?
The Answer Depends on Your Goals (and Your Relationship with your Spouse). Whether or not you sell or refinance your house will depend on several considerations: Does one of you want to keep living in the house? Can that person afford the house on his or her own? How good is your credit? Can you…
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Is it illegal to change locks during a divorce?
No. It is not illegal to change the locks . . . however, it can get complicated. Changing Locks During Separation or Divorce Legal Separation and Divorce are virtually the same in Wisconsin. They both legally end a marriage and the legal process is nearly identical for both. Therefore, this article applies equally to legal…
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