Wisconsin families, like those across the country, can be made up of many different arrangements – the result of active decisions or convenience.For unmarried couples in Wisconsin, navigating breakups poses unique legal challenges. Every so often, this results in ideas
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The Family Law Blog published by the State Bar of Wisconsin focuses on issues relevant to family law practitioners in Wisconsin. It covers topics such as mental health considerations in family law practice, including the impact of client and attorney mental health challenges. The blog also addresses procedural aspects like appellate deadlines and final orders in family law cases. Historical and legislative developments in Wisconsin family law, including the evolution of divorce grounds, are discussed. The blog provides practical insights into managing emotional and legal complexities in family law, including custody, support, and post-judgment litigation matters.
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Is Modification of Custody or Placement a Remedy for Contempt?
There is disagreement among family law practitioners as to whether modification of custody or placement orders is an appropriate remedy for remedial contempt. The scenario is one that we often see: one party is willfully and intentionally violating a custody…