When working with your Wisconsin attorney, the discovery process is perhaps the most important component, but do not let the legal jargon intimidate you. The term "discovery" merely indicates the steps by which attorneys gather information needed to present or defend...
When a client in Wisconsin discusses estate plans with their advisor, the advisor may mention a testamentary trust. This type of trust assigns a trustee to divide the assets. Testamentary trusts are commonly used to reduce tax liability and allow asset management to...
Wisconsin spouses who are thinking about divorcing will need to negotiate a variety of things. One of the major issues will be dividing the marital assets. As a community property state, Wisconsin law states that marital assets must be divided 50/50. While this might...
Bringing a child into your family changes your life. It changes the way you make decisions, the way you take care of yourself and the way you plan for the future. It makes sense, then, that having a child can give you new insight into the legacy you wish to leave...
Many individuals grow up with a dream of one day becoming a parent. Adoption has become an increasingly popular choice for many people who have struggled to conceive, have a relative who has relinquished their parental rights or who always longed to be a mom or dad....
Being in debt can heavily affect your mental state. For example, you may have been in a good place in your life when you had a stable job and the ability to pay your rent. However, an unexpected job loss can quickly lead to a downward spiral regarding a person's...
Data compiled by the U.S. Chamber's Institute for Legal Reform shows that small businesses here in Wisconsin and elsewhere in the country spend as much as $100 billion annually on litigation. There are three primary reasons that companies end up getting sued. They're...
The holidays are over, and you are ready to get back into your normal routine. However, like many, you may be feeling the consequences of your holiday spending for months to come, especially if you used your credit cards for gifts and other purchases. For some, this...
On one hand, divorce is just as unique as every relationship. Yours could happen for any reason, even something you cannot predict. You may feel like it happened for no reason at all.On the other hand, though, divorce experts often see some very clear themes. They can...
If you're drowning in debt, then you may have considered filing for bankruptcy as a way to resolve your financial problems. It may not be as easy as it seems though. You must first pass a means test before you can file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy.There are two steps to...
