Can custody case be reopened based on the fact that stepfather lied in court and that there is now a paternity suit filed?

I would want to know what they both testified to in court on whether the stepfather was or was not the father of the child. Keep in mind in...

Sole custody under Wisconsin law refers to decision making, not placement. If a parent is awarded sole custody, that means that they can make ALL...

I want to take my daughter on a 4 day trip out of state. We have 50/50 custody. What can I do if the father says I can't take h

You can’t move out of state, but you can travel out of state. I wrote a blog on this very topic at our law firm’s web site

Soul custody?

I think you mean SOLE custody, not SOUL custody. Custody means decision making under Wisconsin law. If you have sole custody, it means you get to...

Ex's work hours changed. Is this enough to change placement?

First off, under Wisconsin law, both parties are prohibited from filing a motion within 2 years of the initial orders to modify custody or...

If the divorce is final, probably nothing. One would assume the judge would not have allowed the divorce to go thru on the date you were divorced,...

What can I do about the situation with my childs father?

The dad is irresponsible, and may he was whenever you two may have been together. Nothing is going to change that. His being irresponsible doesn't...

Can I deny his visitation?

If he is homeless and is a physical or emotional risk to your children you have an obligation to protect them. At the same time you need to file a...

If my husband owned a home prior to us getting married, but after we were married he refinanced the home and lied on the applic?

The home is subject to equal division regardless of title or ownership prior to marriage. Depending on the length of marriage and property brought...

Can I waive child support if we both agree?

You cannot waive or terminate child support in the state of Wisconsin, as it is a right that belongs to the children. Instead, you both can agree...