What is Legal Separation? A Legal Separation is different than simply living apart. Physically separating is not the same as legally separating. If you physically separate without taking any further legal action, you remain legally married—and will continue to enjoy (or suffer) all the rights and responsibilities that come with it.  Legal Separation creates a... The post Legal Separation vs. Divorce appeared first on Karp & Iancu S.C ..read more

Sometimes fairness dictates that spouses must continue to share income after the divorce. This can happen, for example, when the parties have had a long marriage and only one party was the primary income-earner, or when one party needs a little extra time to establish a professional earning history that will allow him or her... The post Spousal Support: Types, Duration, and Modification appeared first on Karp & Iancu S.C ..read more

Family Law Appeals: When and How to Challenge a Court Decision There are times when court decisions don’t align with your expectations or the applicable laws. When this happens, you may need to challenge the outcome through an appeal. An appeal is not a complete “do over” of your case but rather a review of... The post Family Law Appeals appeared first on Karp & Iancu S.C ..read more

A Guide Through the Divorce Process in Wisconsin Deciding to file for divorce can be an emotionally challenging decision. The process of initiating divorce proceedings and handling the associated paperwork can also be overwhelming. In this guide, we aim to demystify the process and provide you with a clear step-by-step overview of how to file... The post How to File for Divorce in Wisconsin: A Step-by-Step Guide appeared first on Karp & Iancu S.C ..read more

Mediation vs. Litigation: Choosing the Right Path with a Milwaukee Divorce Lawyer Divorce doesn’t have to mean a loss of control over your future. The decision to opt for mediation or litigation can significantly impact your divorce process and outcome. In this guide, we’ll explore the benefits of mediation over litigation and how partnering with... The post Choosing the Right Milwaukee Divorce Lawyer for Mediation appeared first on Karp & Iancu S.C ..read more

Establishing Paternity in Wisconsin Are you facing allegations of being a father to a child? Whether you’re disputing or agreeing with the claim, understanding your rights is crucial. If you’re a mother aiming to establish paternity or a father contesting parentage, this guide will navigate you through the paternity process. In Milwaukee, having the right... The post Establishing Paternity in Wisconsin: Your Rights and the Process appeared first on Karp & Iancu S.C ..read more

You’ve heard of unhappy couples “staying together for the children,” but what if those “children” are fur babies? Some pet parents care as much for their animals as other parents do for their human children. But is there such a thing as “pet custody?” Who gets the dog in a divorce? Pets are a huge... The post Handling Pet Custody and Ownership in Divorce Proceedings appeared first on Karp & Iancu S.C ..read more

If there is a custody or placement dispute involving your children during the divorce process, the court may appoint a Guardian ad Litem to perform an investigation and make a recommendation to the court. A Guardian ad Litem is an attorney who is appointed by the court to represent the children’s best interests—this is different... The post Understanding the Role of a Guardian ad Litem in Family Court appeared first on Karp & Iancu S.C ..read more

Sometimes people think “family lawyers” are like “family doctors” and that they address legal issues of all kinds for all members of a family the same way a family doctor treats general illnesses and injuries for all ages. In fact, family lawyers are highly specialized in a very narrow and nuanced area of the law.... The post 13 Actions Affecting the Family appeared first on Karp & Iancu S.C ..read more

People often ask, “Do I even need to hire a Milwaukee divorce lawyer?” The short answer is, “no.” However, you also don’t need to hire an obstetrician to deliver your baby. Nature will take its course with or without the doctor there. But sometimes it is nice to have someone who can intervene when there... The post The Importance of Hiring a Family Law Attorney in Milwaukee appeared first on Karp & Iancu S.C ..read more