Wisconsin follows the community property model when it comes to division of marital property. This means that marital property is simply divided down the middle (50/50). Before this occurs, marital property must be distinguished from non-marital property. For guidance throughout your unique divorce case, contact Gatzke and McFadden Law Offices. We strive to find solutions that protect your rights now and provide…
When you divorce later on in life, you may face unique considerations that other, younger people navigating divorces may not. For example, while younger divorcing couples may have concerns about child custody and child support, among other areas, you may feel more...
The Wisconsin State Patrol supplies “guidelines for motorists who are stopped by state patrol”. These guidelines include ensuring your hands are in plain sight throughout your traffic stop. In order to do this, you can put your hands on top of your steering wheel. Additionally, you want to ensure you put your keys on your dashboard. View the guidelines in…
A guardian ad litem is an individual, (usually an attorney), who is appointed by the court in cases that involve minors. A GAL deeply examines the details of the child’s situation, to determine what case outcome would align with the child’s best interests. A GAL then communicates to the court the outcome they believe should be put into place. Essentially, a…
It does not matter the wholesomeness of your family or the wealth of your household, but domestic abuse can emerge in any home. In the past year while dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, more and more couples spent increasingly longer times together, working from home...
It is a widely known fact that driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is dangerous for drivers and others who exist on the road. However, it is not as often discussed that driving while drowsy is just as dangerous. Here are some tips on how to ensure you take on the road in an alert state of mind.…