Married 7 years- what would I ask for in a property settlement in Wisconsin?

Under Wisconsin law, all property acquired before or during the marriage is presumptively marital and subject to equal property division. The only...

What is child support used for? What does it cover? What doesn't it cover?

Child support is designed to cover basic "necessities" of life, food, clothing and shelter. Variable costs are split where there is a shared or...

I need help with a cost of a divorce lawyer ?

Many family (divorce) lawyers offer an initial free consultation. Consider contacting an attorney that may offer an initial visit without charge to...

Can my fiancee get full custody of his 4 year old daughter, if he has primary placement already, will it be a battle to do so?

It sounds like he already has primary placement and the mom has a visitation schedule. Instead of filing a motion for more placement, he needs to...

He is obligated to pay the child support order unless he files a motion and requests to be relieved of the obligation. If he fails to pay, file a...

Is there any circumstance in which I can legally move away from WI with my minor children if both their father & I have custody?

Under Wisconsin law, you must provide 60 days advance written notice of your intention to move out of state, or more than 150 miles within the the...

Is an agreement that is separate from court ordered child support enforceable?

Handshake agreements not reduced to writing and approved by the court, are not legally binding. The law also presumes in Wisconsin that after 33...

How can I safely keep my property, move out and file restraining orders against my family who are very frequent physical abusers

You are an adult. If you are not financially dependent on your parents anymore, break off your communication with them. Move out into your own...

Will judge see that this is about child support ? do you believe he'll rule in my favor?

I'm not really sure from your post what your question is or what you are trying to say. It would be helpful to know where you are in the...

If the other party fails to pay the GAL fee on time, some court systems will automatically schedule a contempt hearing; in counties where it is not...