Ending a marriage requires several issues to be considered and settled in order to get Divorce /Legal Separation granted. The main Wisconsin divorce laws to be considered are who is seeking the divorce, assets, and children. There are more detailed issues to address, but initially you will address these issues to determine how you will…
Marriages don’t always last. Fortunately, states like Wisconsin give you multiple options for getting on with your life. Here’s how talking to an attorney about creating a legal marriage separation agreement might help you move forward. Wisconsin Legal Marriage Separation Basics It’s a myth that all failed marriages end in divorce. Legal separation may let…
Due to the complicated nature of divorce, each case requires specialized legal attention. There are a number of variables that determine the outcome of any court case. Nevertheless, those filing for a divorce in Wisconsin frequently ask the following questions during their first consultation. How long until the divorce is final? It largely depends on…
Getting a divorce costs money; more if you and your spouse are having trouble reaching an agreement about division of property, child custody or other issues. When your financial situation also dictates the need to file for bankruptcy at the same time as your divorce, the order in which you file for them can either wind…
There is no doubt of the emotional impact when considering a divorce. Couple this with financial issues and your level of stress can fly off the charts. Considering money issues are often a leading factor in divorce, it isn’t surprising so many Wisconsin residents end up wondering which to file first: divorce or bankruptcy. The good news…
According to a recent study of divorce in Wisconsin compiled by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, there were a total of 16,635 divorces in Wisconsin in 2011. In the same year, the Wisconsin divorce rate was 2.9 percent—far lower than the 2010 national average. I suppose that’s something we can be proud…
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Following is an infographic that explains the current divorce rate in Wisconsin, along with several key points to remember about divorce. easel.ly
As a Beloit Family Law firm focused in family and divorce law, we’re familiar with the myriad stresses, concerns, and questions voiced by clients who are in the midst of a divorce. In truth, no matter how agreeable a couple may be about separating, divorce is still a hugely complicated process that creates…
Although divorce is the result of roughly one in two marriages in the country, it is by no means an easy or simple proceeding for those involved. While the public perception of divorce sees the action primarily as the severing of romantic ties between individuals, it’s important to understand that it also severs the financial…
Divorce can be an arduous and potentially damaging experience to those who enter into it without proper preparation. Fortunately, there’s an option for couples to finalize their agreements in a legally-binding separation agreement prior to filing for divorce. Here are just a few of the key components to what make these documents useful during the…