Family Law
Why Should I Hire an Attorney for My Divorce?
In the state of Wisconsin, divorce parties are able to represent themselves in court. Many litigants elect to proceed pro se, or without counsel, as...
Understanding the Role of the Guardian Ad Litem in Family Court
In virtually any family court matter involving minor children, there is eventually a Guardian Ad Litem involved. Establishing a good relationship with the Guardian Ad...
Getting Divorced with Pets
Recent studies show that nearly 50% of millennials do not want, or are unsure if they want, human children. But according to a 2020/21 poll...
Guardians ad Litem: Family Law Cases
Frequently Asked Questions About Guardians ad Litem A Guardian ad Litem (GAL) is a key player in family court proceedings. Wisconsin Statute 767.407 provides that...
Can Grandparents Visit Grandchildren When Parents Object?
Grandparent Visitation in Wisconsin When we think of a full, in-tact, family relationship, we typically think of not only parents and children, but also grandparents....
How to Correctly Claim the Child Tax Credit After a Divorce
How Divorcing Couples Should Claim the Child Tax Credit For parents going through a divorce, the issues involved in separating a household are numerous, ranging...
Family Law Article by Amy Shapiro and Kathy Charlton Is Published in the Wisconsin Journal of Family Law.
Milwaukee family law attorneys Amy Shapiro and Kathy Charlton authored “Pulkkila Highlights Enforcement Language in Marital Settlement Agreements” in the October, 2020 edition of the...
Getting Divorced? Pay Attention to Enforcement Provisions in Your Marital Settlement Agreement.
Your Options for Enforcing the Terms of Your Marital Settlement Agreement Are Important. An important aspect of any divorce agreement is not only what you...
Child Placement in Wisconsin during the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Pandemic
On March 24, 2020, the State of Wisconsin issued an Emergency “Safer-at-Home” Order to combat the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus disease). The order prohibits all...