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Can You Renegotiate an Employment Contract?

May 5, 2025

Either party may request a renegotiation of contract terms. However, both parties must agree to the changes.

What is the Difference Between an Open and a Closed Adoption?

April 28, 2025

Open adoption allows a child to know their mother’s identity. In a closed adoption, the biological parent does not maintain any ties with their child after adoption.

Attorney Kara Burgos Recognized for Pro Bono Work

April 24, 2025

MSM Attorney Kara Burgos was featured in the State Bar of Wisconsin’s article, “28,983 Hours in 2024: These Wisconsin Lawyers Are Dedicated to Pro Bono Work” for her pro bono work assisting the startup of Karuna Inc., a local nonprofit that provides housing and social services; answering legal questions for the State Bar’s quarterly call-in; and for fielding individual clients’ questions at the Free Legal Clinic in La Crosse.

How Long Do You Have to Keep Someone’s Belongings After They Move Out in Wisconsin?

April 21, 2025

In the absence of a written lease that states otherwise, property left behind is presumed abandoned after seven days. The clock begins once the last day of paid rent has been reached.

Can You Get Retroactive Child Support in Wisconsin?

April 14, 2025

The court typically only recognizes child support owed from the date the other party is served the petition. Because a parent may not be required to pay retroactive child support, it is best to file a petition requesting child support as early as possible.

How to Prepare for Your First Meeting with a Lawyer

April 7, 2025

As you prepare for your first meeting, gather as much information as possible and bring along any relevant documents.

What is an Acquisition Checklist?

March 31, 2025

An acquisition checklist helps you perform your due diligence before you make a major purchase such as a business.

What is the Difference Between a Trust and a Dynasty Trust?

March 24, 2025

A dynasty trust is a trust structured to continue for multiple generations, to provide stability and protection as well as tax benefits for family wealth through generations.

What Rights Do Unmarried Fathers Have in Wisconsin?

March 17, 2025

Regardless of marital status, a child’s biological father has the same rights as the biological mother once they prove paternity.

Are Married Couples Liable for Each Other’s Debts?

March 10, 2025

Couples may have come into the marriage with their own personal debt. In some cases, debt you had before marriage may be considered marital debt, depending on the circumstances.