The decision to divorce can be a difficult process. You must have a plan of action to ensure that you do not make matters even more difficult. One of the key questions to consider is when to involve a lawyer in your divorce planning. A lawyer can help provide clarity...
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How will the law deal with your student debt during a divorce?
There is nothing simple about divorce, and divvying up student loans can be complex. Quite a few factors can affect how laws deal with student loans during a divorce. That said, there are a few things people can do to help understand who will be responsible for what....
How do Wisconsin courts split debt during divorce?
Divorcing couples must answer a number of legal questions when ending their marriage. These range from who gets the family house to how to split retirement assets. Another important consideration when splitting assets is the impact of debt. Who is responsible for the...
Signs your spouse may be preparing for divorce
Many people who are served divorce papers are surprised by the news that their spouse is unhappy in their marriage. Hundreds of thousands of couples get a divorce every year, and still, spouses assume it can never happen to them. No matter how surprised someone may be...
How is child support calculated in Wisconsin?
When you are a parent facing divorce in Wisconsin, you probably have some concerns about what your finances will look like after you and your spouse split. You know child support payments can be expensive. But what will you have to pay each month? How does Wisconsin...
How business owners can protect themselves during a divorce
A divorce in Wisconsin doesn't just mean the end of a relationship. In some cases, it can also mean the end of a business. Here's how you can protect yourself during a divorce and keep your former spouse from intruding on your business. How can business owners protect...
Business owner concerns during divorce
Business owners in Wisconsin may be especially concerned about the effects of a divorce on their enterprises. After all, the financial complications of the end of a marriage can persist long after the personal and emotional issues have been sorted out. With...
Specialized financial assistance in high-value divorce
Divorces are never easy for any Wisconsin couple. Marriages that have lasted for a significant time or those where couples have collectively earned considerable incomes over a shorter period can still be complicated when marital property is being distributed. One of...
How Social Security benefits are split between ex-spouses
Before finalizing a divorce, Wisconsin residents should do their homework about how benefits are divided in an equitable distribution state. Though most marital assets must be split "fairly," there are exceptions for things like Social Security benefits, which are...
Why attorneys report prenups are on the rise
Couples in Wisconsin who are getting married may want to consider a prenuptial agreement. The American Association of Matrimonial Lawyers conducted a survey that found a significant rise in the number of couples asking for prenups. This is no longer a document...