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I adopted my child in 2011, me and my boyfriend has been together since 2012 and my daughter wants him to legally adopt, can he?
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Answered on June 13, 2019
There will need to be a custody study completed prior to the filing of a petition for adoption. In Wisconsin, marriage is necessary for an...
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Can a judge grant a injunction for a incident from 3 years ago?
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Answered on June 13, 2019
There is no time limit as to how recent any occurrences must be to grant a domestic violence injunction since the burden of proof is "may" commit...
In Wisconsin, when do Temporary Orders in a divorce case, take effect?
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Answered on June 13, 2019
The Order is supposed to be effective as of the date of the hearing. However, you will not have anything to enforce until the Court has signed the...
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I am 73 years old. Aug. 11, 2018 my husband of 8 years, threw me out of our home. I have been staying with my niece since then.
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Answered on June 13, 2019
He has a maintenance obligation to you. He can also not force you out of the home. You have the right to return there with the police to be...
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Once a motion to alter placement / proposed schedule is filed, can additional changes be made?
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Answered on June 11, 2019
If she has placement only on alternating Fridays and Saturdays, that means as though you have primary physical placement. If that is the case,...
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Am I eligible for spousal support?
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Answered on June 11, 2019
Whether you are eligible for maintenance depends on many factors, such as the length of the marriage, educational level, health of the parties and...
What can I do if my ex told me the guardian ad litem and his lawyer are friends?
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Answered on June 11, 2019
Attorneys in a particular area all work together on a routine basis. Many are personal friends, but they are able to keep their professional and...
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Is my situation unstable for my son?
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Answered on June 11, 2019
Based upon your email, it sounds as though your current boyfriend is not the father of your children. If that is the case, yes, it is likely to...
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How can I find out if my mother has custody/guardianship of my son?
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Answered on June 11, 2019
You would have needed to be provided with notice if there is a guardianship Order. She would need to show you letters of guardianship. If she can...
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What should I do now to help my case in 2 years?
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Answered on June 11, 2019
If you do not agree as to the school district if you have joint legal custody, you will first need to attend mediation to attempt to agree on a...