Teri M. Nelson’s Answers

Teri has answered 541 questions

• Can an illegal alien (father) get custody of his 2 kids if he pays no child support?

  Asked by a user in Milwaukee, WI - about 1 year ago.

  A person's immigration status has nothing to do with custody and placement except if there is a fear that they will take the children back to their country of origin. However, it sounds as if you...

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• Can spouse impose restrictions on my entering our home?

  Asked by a user in Milwaukee, WI - 5 months ago.

  If you moved out, you no longer live there and that is his private space. He can't come into your new residence whenever he wants and the reverse is also true. Once you move out, he has the right...

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• I bought a house using money borrowed from my family to purchase our home

  Asked by a user in Prairie Du Sac, WI - 7 months ago.

  There are many facts missing in your scenario - how long have you been married, when did you purchase the house, was there a note to your family, how was your money divided up or pooled during your...

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• She bought the farm 4 years ago.we were not married yet so I didn't put my name on the title.

  Asked by a user in Mukwonago, WI - 2 months ago.

  Title is irrelevant in Wisconsin. This is a marital property state and once you marry, all of the property of both parties becomes marital. With that said, the court will often give a party credit...

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• How much and how long could I expect in alimony if I divorced in Wisconsin?

  Asked by a user in Janesville, WI - 3 months ago.

  The presumption, or starting point, in awarding maintenance in Wisconsin is to equalize incomes. The courts generally believe that after 26 years, you are entitled to the same income as your spouse...

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• What are rules when occupying the same residence while a divorce is pending?

  Asked by a user in Milwaukee, WI - 5 months ago.

  Unfortunately, there are no "rules" in this situation. The court can only micro-manage so much. This is why it is best to separate as soon as possible. If there are specific issues, you need to...

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• Can my soon to be son's father take our child after he is born and raise him until i turn 18? he is only going to be 17, i am 17

  Asked by a user in West Bend, WI - about 1 month ago.

  Until he goes to court and becomes legally adjudicated, he has no legal rights whatsoever to your child. He cannot take him anywhere without your consent or without court orders.

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• Can you get a reduction in child support if your union goes on strike?

  Asked by a user in Milwaukee, WI - about 1 month ago.

  If your income changes substantially through no fault of your own, you may seek relief from the court. However, you must file a motion with the court as soon as it happens as the court cannot go...

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• My ex-wife agreed to change high schools for our teenage daughter. This was a verbal agreement in the presence of our attorneys.

  Asked by a user in Sparta, WI - 4 months ago.

  It isn' t binding but as joint custodian you have the right to have an equal say in schools. Unfortunately, the courts tend to favor the status quo. Since you have or had an attorney, you should...

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• What is a divorce case study vs. custody trial?

  Asked by a user in Burlington, WI - 5 months ago.

  You should consult with an attorney right away. Every county is different. Some counties conduct custody studies through the county upon request. I am unsure if Kenosha is one of those. If not,...

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