Mediation is a powerful tool for conflict resolution used in many legal areas, including family law. The process of mediation usually involves the parties and a third-party mediator. However, sometimes the parties choose to bring their attorneys with them, though the...
Divorce
Divorce’s mental health impact
Divorce is a life-changing time, particularly for those who suffer from mental health issues. For those who suffer from depression and anxiety issues, the end of a marriage is particularly devastating and complex to process and ultimately cover. The stress of divorce...
What if your spouse won’t agree to a divorce?
By the time it becomes clear that a marriage is broken, both spouses are usually more or less able to accept the inevitable and work together to end their marriage. What if your spouse is unwilling to acknowledge the reality of your situation? Can they simply refuse...
Is it possible to run a business with one’s former spouse post-divorce?
Married adults in Wisconsin who are considering divorce may be experiencing numerous personal circumstances that deter them from taking legal action to end their marriage. Oftentimes, there are economic or financial considerations that influence whether someone feels...
Negotiating your child’s college education in your divorce
Regardless of how old they are at the time of your divorce, one of the most important things you need to keep in mind is their post-secondary education. The average cost of college in the United States right now is $36,436 per year, including a student’s living...
What financial issues can high wage earners expect in a divorce?
Some say getting a divorce when you have wealth or earn a high income is much simpler than divorces involving minimal assets. Yes, there may be enough money for everyone, but high-asset divorces can still be complicated. Knowing what issues could complicate or prolong...
People may double dip when dividing a business during divorce
Divorcing couples in Wisconsin have a lot to consider. For example, the process of inventorying assets and quantifying marital debts can take days or even weeks to complete. Bigger assets generally require more careful attention than smaller assets. For example,...
Who should be on your divorce team?
Divorce will likely be one of the most challenging times of your life, so it’s important to have support. Gathering the right people around you can relieve some of the strain and help you make better-informed decisions. Here are some of the people to consider asking...
Why collaborate on your divorce?
Collaborating with your spouse on your divorce may be the last thing on your mind. Yet, it’s something that every divorcing couple should consider – one last effort to work together and sort out the issues at hand. Collaborative divorce involves you and your attorney...
3 important facts people need to know about divorce mediation
Mediation has become a very common alternative to standard litigated divorces in Wisconsin. People navigating a broad array of different personal circumstances might choose this form of alternate dispute resolution so that they can minimize how much time they spend in...