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Couples who reside in Wisconsin must take an approved parenting class before the court will grant a divorce; learn more about why this is required and how to fulfill the requirements.

When parents divorce in Wisconsin, the law generally presumes that parents have joint legal custody of the children. It is important to note that legal custody and physical custody are two different things. Legal custody allows you to make legal decisions on behalf of your child. These usually include such things as medical care, education, […]

Going through a divorce is never easy but it can be particularly difficult for families with young children. In Wisconsin, as in most states, the laws are designed to protect children and to allow them to spend time with both parents. In general, both parents may share legal custody of a child but the child […]

Every parent has a unique parenting style. Some are more relaxed than others when it comes to involvement with their children’s personal lives and academics, while others take a more active role, directing their children’s lives and working directly with their children to ensure their expectations are met. Sometimes, drastic parenting style differences drive couples […]

If you are a parent of a minor child, you will need to develop a parenting plan for yourself and your former spouse to follow after your divorce. Except for cases in which the child is at risk of being harmed, it is in a child’s best interest to maintain a consistent relationship with both […]