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During a divorce, when someone requests alimony — otherwise known as spousal support or spousal maintenance in Wisconsin — the court will consider numerous factors before making a decision. These factors affect whether they will award it, how much is reasonable, and for how long the payments will continue. In these situations, there can be…

Creating an estate plan can feel a little overwhelming. There are so many different documents, and it is hard to know which options are the right ones for you and your family. You probably have heard of a revocable trust, but you may be unclear on what exactly it does and whether it is the…

If you are getting divorced, dividing your property can be a daunting and contentious aspect of the process. This is especially true if parties have no understanding of property laws or have misconceptions about how the process works. As such, it can be valuable to understand some basic information regarding how the process works in…

The divorce process can be very difficult. However, it will end and when it does, you will be in a position to start a new chapter. If you hope to make this chapter more peaceful than the last, you should know that there are steps you can take to make this happen. This is especially…

Choosing the collaborative approach to your divorce can help you seek a faster, more cost-effective legal process to end your marriage. People also typically find that by collaborating on the various divorce-related matters, they can remain more amicable and avoid court. That said, there are some mistakes people make during a collaborative divorce in Wisconsin. Such…

Creating a will is intensely personal. You want it to reflect your values and wishes, and you likely want to protect those you love. However, there could be some very difficult decisions you must make to achieve these goals. For instance, what if you want to disinherit someone? Disinheriting someone can present some challenges for…

Business owners have countless obligations and responsibilities to which they must attend. Everything from hiring and firing to product development and marketing may go through an owner, not to mention the short- and long-term plans for the business. Considering the massive role that a business owner plays in the day-to-day operations and future of a…

Many people disburse their funds to their children—or even their grandchildren—in their wills. They might also pass down family heirlooms or other artifacts that they loved in life. However, some wills include very uncommon issues, wishes, and directions for their loved ones. Here is a look at some of the most outlandish wills over the…

Nowadays, we can ask Google for anything we need. It knows where the nearest gas station is and how to get there. The internet provides us with endless answers and resources. Some of those resources include countless options of “do-it-yourself” wills available to Wisconsin families. These wills seem to be the perfect solution for many…

It can take a while to grow accustomed to life after a divorce, especially when several court orders can impact various financial matters, time with one’s children, and even personal decisions. One of the decisions that court orders can significantly impact is a parent’s ability to move with their child. In today’s world, Americans move…