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Probate can be an overwhelming process, even when it goes smoothly. When there are disputes, it can only make the situation that much more upsetting. Below, we briefly examine a few common disputes that can arise during this process. We also discuss options that parties in these situations may want to consider in order to…

It may be difficult to believe that divorce rates are the lowest they have been since the 1970s. Conversely, marriage rates in The United States are the lowest they have been in almost 150 years, according to data from the National Center for Health Statistics. This correlation could point to a more thoughtful marrying and…

After someone passes away, it is necessary to resolve matters related to his or her estate. These matters could be financial, legal, personal, or logistical. And the person responsible for addressing these details is typically the personal representative named in the decedent’s will. If you are named as a personal representative (also called an executor),…

One of the most common misconceptions about estate planning is that it only involves wills and trusts. However, an estate plan can include numerous documents that protect more than just our assets. For instance, many people have a power of attorney for health care as part of their estate plan. A power of attorney for…

When people think about the property they will divide in a divorce, they often think of the major assets, like a home, retirement savings, and motor vehicles. However, personal property will also be eligible for division in most Wisconsin divorces. This includes the items in your house that you’ve purchased or acquired during your marriage….

Creating an estate plan is something that people often put off. End-of-life planning makes some people uncomfortable. Others get busy and do not make time for it. However, waiting to create an estate plan could be a mistake. If you do not take the time now, you could be creating multiple problems. Not only will…

Spousal support is something many people worry about when they are getting divorced. Spouses who served as the breadwinner in a household can be nervous that they’ll have to pay it; financially dependent spouses can be fearful that they won’t get this money and will struggle to support themselves after the divorce. No matter which…

As you grow older, you tend to change. You value different things, have different opinions and you may have many different tastes. As time moves on, your children will change too. They will get older, and they may trade in their crayons for soccer balls and video games. The thing that remains constant is how…

Creating a will is an important decision for every adult. This document can establish your medical, financial, and legal wishes should you ever become incapacitated or pass away, making it a valuable tool for everyone affected by your estate plans. As such, making the decision to set aside a person’s will during probate is not a decision…

People often think of estate plans as documents to protect a person’s assets. And while it is certainly true that an estate plan typically does address numerous financial details of a person’s estate, there are other elements to these plans that are even more important than the distribution of assets. Guardianship, for instance, should be…