It is not likely that the child support order would be sealed. Financial information provided to the court can be sealed, but the hearing is open...

Can I relocate during a custody case?

Under any circumstances, you are allowed to move. The issue is whether or not the court is going to allow the child(ren) to move with you. ...

When is my divorce pretrial date since my Denovo hearing is scheduled for almost a month afterwards?

A De Novo hearing is a full evidentiary hearing in which the judge, not the court commissioner, decides the issues. The courts usually allow more...

How does child support work when you have two children in two different states?

Every state will give "full faith and credit" (legal words meaning acknowledge and honor) the orders from the other state. There is a federal law...

If you have 50/50 placement and he has higher earnings, you should be getting child support. That child support can be offset by 50% of the out of...

Can I have him pay lawyer fees if I have to hire one to file another motion but in contempt since I don't know how to do it?

I agree that if you file a motion for contempt and the court makes a finding of contempt, the court can grant a request for attorney fees. That...

Am I able to live with a family friend if it is alright with my parents and the person I want to live with?

Yes, you may live with a family friend if everyone agrees. If it's in a different school district than your home, the school may require that the...

There are two different thresholds for trying to change an order regarding placement and custody. IF you are trying to change an initial order on...

My Ex partner want 20% percent of my paycheck for Child support

I agree with David's answer. That said, it does appear there are a few other issues to be addressed. You state that your son gets a monthly...

Paternity test

Once the child has lived in another state for 6 months, you will have a hard time starting an action in WI. Although she may file it here, as an...