The following article has been around for over 10 years, but its message is so powerful that we wanted to share it on our blog. Judge Haas In 2001, Judge
What is a Guardian Ad Litem and Why do I have one on my Case?
A Guardian Ad Litem (referred to as “GAL” for short) is a person who acts as an advocate for a child or incapacitated person when the court is concerned about
Study Shows Alcohol’s Impact on Divorce
Many couples are snatching up dinner reservations as Valentine’s Day creeps closer, but the amount of alcohol consumed on these dates may indicate how successful the relationship will be in
Appeals Court Rules Couple Can’t Sue for Cost of Raising Child
A Wisconsin state appeals court ruled against a West Bend couple who were suing a clinic for the costs of raising a child after the clinic mistakenly gave the mother
Do I need an Order for Protection?
Sometimes divorces and child custody battles escalate if one party gets angry with the other. This can leave one partner fearing for their safety or the safety of their children.
How Does Co-owning a House (and Mortgage) Work Post-Divorce?
The disposition of the homestead is determined in the divorce. If one party is awarded the house, but the other party is still on the mortgage, then both parties could
6 Financial Steps to Take After a Divorce
No two divorces are the same. Some are messy, while others can be relatively clean. Whether you split with your ex on good terms or bad, there are a few
Can You Change an Uncontested Divorce to a Contested Divorce?
Yes, you can generally change from an uncontested to a contested divorce at any point during the divorce proceeding. At the onset of a divorce, parties oftentimes believe that their
Minnesota Divorce Lawyer Billed Client for Sex
A Minnesota divorce lawyer has been suspended indefinitely after engaging in an affair with his client and billing her for time spent while the pair was having sex. Thomas P.
Dividing a Pension Plan: The Janssen Formula
A pension is a regular payout made during an employee’s retirement. There are different types of pension plans, and each one provides a range of options for the employee. For