Divorce does not always require two separate homes right away. In Wisconsin, some couples stay under the same roof while they work through mediation. This often happens when housing costs feel high or when creating two households is not practical in the short term....
Divorce later in life often brings concerns that look different from those of younger couples. In Milwaukee, many spouses over 50 go through what people commonly call gray divorce. At that stage, retirement may sit only a few years away. As a result, the financial...
Ending a marriage is not without its challenges, even when both spouses agree to an amicable separation. Even though an uncontested divorce seems simple, proper preparation is key to avoiding surprises and unnecessary stress. Knowing what to expect and what decisions...
Divorce is incredibly stressful for you as parents, but your children often feel that stress even more deeply. When you decide to separate, choosing the right legal path can be crucial for their long-term health. A collaborative divorce offers a respectful,...
An uncontested divorce can be a smoother option when both spouses agree on key issues. In Wisconsin, this process often saves time and lowers stress. But even in these cases, paperwork mistakes or missing details slow things down. Couples who know the common issues...
Many couples worry that divorce mediation won't be fair when one spouse earns much more than the other. You might think the higher-earning spouse will have too much power during negotiations. You could be concerned that income differences will make it impossible to...
Wisconsin is a marital property state. This means your interest in a business and the income you make from it are subject to division in divorce. If a business is valued at less than it’s really worth, the spouse who does not own the business will not receive proper...
People contemplating divorce often feel anxious about the costs involved. They know that they have to split their property and that they may have tens of thousands of dollars in divorce-related expenses. People frequently try to control divorce expenses by limiting...
Not every divorce starts with a betrayal. Sometimes you reach a point where you’ve both given what you could, and there’s still not enough to stay together. There’s no yelling or no court threats, just the quiet realization that your marriage has ended, and now you...
When a marriage involving significant assets ends, the financial outcome can be complex. This is especially true when one spouse stayed home, raised children, managed the household or supported the other partner’s career. In high-net-worth divorces, the non-financial...