What do you suggest for me to do in this situation? Divorced for 4 years, had full custody that whole period. Now he wants it.

While dad moving closer to the children might be a "substantial change in circumstances," the child abuse restraining order will basically preclude...

Just received a Notice of Hearing. Can I respond with a request to deny the notice?

You can file a motion and ask that his request be denied and include a copy of the TRO that was granted. I imagine that he wants to change the...

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How do I get on the state bar pro bono list? We make just over the limit for free legal service but can't afford a lawyer?

You should contact the State Bar of Wisconsin as they have a referral service they call the Modest Means List. Attorneys who sign up for those...

I am purchassing a short sale property. I have an accepted offer from seller and an approval from the sellers lender.

Typically, in a short sale setting, the bank has set a minimum amount it will accept to allow the property to be sold. If the seller doesn't have...

Can we cancel a real estate seller agreement?

I would imagine that you could purchase the property, but are you talking about buying only your sister-in-law's interest or the entire property?...

I've been divorced for four years. two daughters, 17 and 12. the 17yr old now wants to live with me full time. 12yr old not sure

In these situations, the court will ususally examine what placement arrangement is in the best interests of the children. In your case, depending...

Is there anyway I can leave my marriage without being responsible for all the bills, we own a house?

It is not clear from your question whether or not you have filed for divorce. If you are separated but not filed for divorce, your husband doesn't...

My parents put all their children on their property deed. Can they get it back in their name only without childrens signatures?

One question that would need to be answered is whether or not your parents kept their name on the property, or if they retained a life estate in...

My husband and I have been married for 26 years. He asked for a divorce in January. We live in Wisconsin.

You have lots of issues running through your question. You will have placement, child support, property division issues in addition to the...

My daughter is 7 yrs old, her father is now going to try to get visitation, after all these years. How much can he actually get?

If there is no set schedule, then without an agreement between the two of you, the court will likely appoint a guardian ad litem for your daughter....