"Ex rel." is an abbreviation for the Latin "ex relatione," which means "upon being related" or, more loosely, "on behalf of." What it means on the...

Harassment during divorce.

I agree with my colleagues. Specifically, Wis. Stat. Sections 767.215(2)(h) and Wis. Stat. 767.215(2)(i) prohibits the parties from harassing,...

Who is most likely to get the house in the divorce? Me & the children reside in the family home.

I agree with Attorney Fitzgerald's assessment. In Wisconsin, the court presumes that all property is to be divided equally between the parties....

I got divorced in may 2013 and we have for kids i want half of is 401 k can i have right

I agree with Attorney Kennedy. Generally, a final division of property, which includes 401(k) retirement plans is fixed for all time and is not...

Can you claim a child for taxes if you have back child support?

I agree with my colleague above. Depending on the specific terms of your child support obligation, it is quite possible that you may be limited in...

Ex wife is dragging divorce.

Your question presents several concerns. First, you should be aware that once your divorce is finalized, you cannot remarry for a period of 6...

How does our adopted daughter prove her Native American heritage?

I don't believe this is necessarily an adoption question and I would recommend reaching out to the Bureau of Indian Affairs http://www.bia.gov/. I...

If adopted so I have any legal rights to see half siblings?

You seem to be caught in your parent's crossfire and unfortunately, I do not believe you have any legal options available. I would suggest...

Is a prenuptial good if he made me sign the day before the wedding? He had an attorney and I didn't I could not afford one.

In order for a prenupital agreement or marital property agreement to be found valid it must meet three requirements. Those requirements are that...

What can I do when child support ends and child goes to college

Wisconsin law requires that child support continue until the child reaches 18 years of age or graduates from high school, whichever occurs last,...