Can I file divorce (with kids) now in Wisconsin, or should I wait till I am in California?

Every state has residency requirements that must be met in order to file for divorce. So filing in a different state may not be something you can...

Can a DUI charge be reduced after the fact in WI?

Very doubtful. To begin, if that was your first OWI and it was a civil forfeiture as opposed to a criminal conviction, Wisconsin's special...

I was divorced 3 years ago. We were married for 24 years. I was court ordered to pay maintenance indefinitely.

You can go back to court at any point (unless the judgment specifically states it is non-modifiable for a period). At what point you can go back a...

In a divorce case with children, will look at my credit score and maxed credit cards and view it negatively in my favor?

I doubt your credit issues will reflect negatively on parenting ability unless what you are spending the money on makes you appear unstable.

I want to leave my husband and take my two children to my parents home 4 hours away but still within the state. Is that legal?

If you have never been to court and had orders for custody/placement entered, then this would not be illegal. However, most attorneys would tell...

Do I need a lawyer for a prenuptial agreement? How does bankruptcy work?

If you want the prenuptial agreement to be of any value, I would HIGHLY recommend you have an attorney prepare it. There are specific disclosures...

I have pending charges for disorderly, resist, and damage to property will this show on my background check?

I wouldn't worry about a background check. Attorney Witt has correctly pointed out how easily your pending criminal charges can be found by the...

I need a lawyer to find x husband

You can use the find a lawyer function to look for family law attorneys in the area. Many attorneys offer free consultations to go over the issues...

If I got a ticket for driving without a license, should I try and get my license before I go to court?

Yes, if you can get your license and insurance before court, absolutely do that. If you show up with a valid license and proof of insurance, the...

I cannot tell immediately you (and I don't think many other attorneys can either) what the Board of Nursing requires for reporting; however, I...