Rhonda R. Werner Schultz

Rhonda R. Werner Schultz

4.4
Rating: 8.0

Licensed for 29 years

Divorce and separation Lawyer at Wausau, WI
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation, Estate Planning, Bankruptcy & Debt ... +2 more

210 Grand Avenue, Suite A, Wausau, WI

About Rhonda

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Divorce and Separation 60%

I provide quality service and reliable advice when you need it most for contested or uncontested divorces, child custody disputes, complex property division, alimony/spousal support, attorney's fees

60%
Estate Planning 20%

Everyone should have a will, durable power of attorney, and healthcare power of attorney as part of their estate plan. You may need a trust or other tools to smoothly distribute your assets after your death. I can help you determine what you need.

20%
Bankruptcy and Debt 10%

If you need answers about whether bankruptcy is your best option, I can help.

10%
Adoption 5%

I provide private adoption services for independent, relative and stepparent adoptions. I also provide negotiation services and preparation of Surrogacy and Egg Donor Contracts.

5%
Family 5%

If you need help with a paternity, custody, child guardianship, or surrogacy case, I have the experience and skills to assist you through the process.

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-300 per hour

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Florida for 24 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2001

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Wisconsin for 29 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 1996

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Attorney Rhonda R. Werner Schultz, LLC

210 Grand Avenue, Suite A, Wausau, WI, 54403

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Rhonda R. Werner Schultz's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.4 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 8 reviews | Professionalism

Posted by Pa Nhia | July 20, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Exceeded Expectations

Rhonda Werner Schultz was very professional and provided me with great consultation. After being hired, she gave great efforts in reviewing my case, giving feedback and representing me in a manner that was most appropriate and satisfactory. I am very pleased with the outcome of my case and very appre...ciative of the help from Rhonda Werner Schultz and her office. Thank you.

Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Not recommended if your a father

Rhonda did little as possible for my custody battle for my son , refused to address any police reports filed on the other party when given this law office video proof, she helped hide me from knowing my son was already baptized, chose not to fight for my rights to my son , sent interrogatories ...without me being able to see prior, which other party refused to answer and hurt me and my son from having a quality life and placement, also refused to discuss billing issues, abused my retainer and extra to benefit the other party , beyond heartbreaking

Rhonda Schultz

Replied last April 26, 2022

I am saddened to hear this criticism. Due to attorney client confidentiality rules I cannot comment regarding any specific case. I can say that as a general rule I fight hard for my clients in every case. I communicate options to my clients about prospective outcomes in court and how to proceed with their case. I involve my clients in the process so that they have an active say in how things are progressing. People often do not understand the rules of evidence or the court process, but I do. Even if I explain that process some people do not want to follow my advice or do not understand despite my best efforts to inform. That is their choice, but there are consequences for that. The evidence rules are complicated and often times are not common sense rules and instead rules that serve the legal process, so they may appear unfair but this is the system within which we must work. I always have a retainer agreement with clients that spells out what they will be charged for. My staff and I often remind people to consolidate their questions and concerns to avoid being charged for too much time spent on their case. Sometimes this cannot be avoided depending on the issues. My fees are directly related to the amount of time I spend working on each case. Some are more expensive due to more needs or demands of a client. My staff and I are always willing to help people understand my invoices and the billing process - I have yet to find a legal billing system that is not complicated to understand. Nevertheless, we spend a great deal of time explaining to clients why certain items are billed as shown on their invoice. I cannot guarantee any specific outcome on any case and sometimes things do not go the way the client wants or as I want, but I am there every step of the way. I do not hide information from my clients and share all communications between opposing counsel, the Court and witnesses with my clients so they are fully informed.

Posted by Amanda | June 15, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Quick, Efficient, Effective!!

I had been trying for almost two years to get a custody order for my daughter, but there was always something in the way preventing any progress. I hired Ms. Werner. We went to court, and again, they tried to delay and reschedule, but Ms. Werner wouldn't let that happen. Everything that needed to ...be accomplished was done in that one court hearing. Efficient, to the point....Very Very Pleased!!

Posted by Brenda | October 31, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship

Awesome Attorney

Rhonda is very professional at what she does. She has helped us in several situations. She first helped with legal guardianship and then bankruptcy. Now Rhonda is helping us with the adoption process. She truly has your concerns at heart and listens to what you are needing. She is easy to talk t...o and very efficient. Also her staff make it a point to address you by name. This law office is top notch and will continue to use as necessary.

Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2018 | Divorce & Separation

Review Everything in a Decree!!

Rhonda was very organized at gathering all proper paperwork together for medation, but failed to look out for 2 kids and my best interest! Alot more needed to be covered in detail that gave my Ex the upper hand! I was not aware of what needed to be done after a divorce in a timely manner, so therefor...e I lost some much needed benefits! QDRO's are very important, just make sure they are done before the member retires, and your lawyer does what you ask them to do, its your QDRO!!

Rhonda Schultz

Replied last September 26, 2018

I always review any agreement with my client's before the agreement is signed. I answer questions and will address concerns before an agreement is signed and finalized. I work hard to make sure my client's understand completely what they are signing and what compromises they may have made in order to enter into the agreement. Sometimes issues arise that were not anticipated at the time of signing an agreement. While I try my best to anticipate every outcome, I cannot foresee every future event and I apologize that you felt I missed something.

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Rhonda R. Werner Schultz's Lawyer Endorsements

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Karen Mentor

Family lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Rhonda since about 2005 and she is one of the best family law attorneys I have encountered. I always call Rhonda when I have family law questions that come up in my own practice. She is knowledgeable, thorough and very conscientious. I would not hesitate to recommend Rhonda to anyone seeking family law representation. She's one of the best!"

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Joseph Gufford

Family lawyer | Mar 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Thorough and agressive but always polite and well mannered. A pleasure to work with."

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Experience

Rating:  8.0 (Excellent)

Associations

2009 - Present

Martin County Bar Association

Bankruptcy Committee

2005 - Present

Preferred Professionals of Martin County

Member

2002 - Present

Martin County Bar Association, Family Law Committee

Former Chair

2001 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

1996 - Present

American Bar Association

Member

1996 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Member

2008 - 2009

Rotary Club of Stuart-Sunrise

President

Education

N/A

Hamline University School of Law

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