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Wisconsin Family Law Insider
All about navigating Family Law in Wisconsin — your resource for practical answers on divorce, child custody, property division, and other family legal matters. Join Managing Partner Holly Mullin as she sits down with our experienced attorneys to tackle the questions Wisconsin residents ask most.
Our podcast cuts through legal complexity to deliver straightforward guidance on Wisconsin's unique family law landscape. Whether you're facing a family legal challenge now or planning for the future, we provide insights that matter.
Sterling Lawyers believes everyone deserves clear understanding of their legal rights and options. Subscribe to "Wisconsin Family Law Insider" for reliable information from attorneys who are dedicated to helping Wisconsin families through difficult transitions.
Find more resources and connect with our team at www.sterlinglawyers.com/wisconsin/ where we continue our commitment to accessible family law guidance.
Episodes
60 episodes
Guardian ad Litem Wisconsin: What Happens When You Disagree With the GAL - #60
Wisconsin mediation failed and the court appointed a Guardian ad Litem who's now investigating your parenting, interviewing your children, and making custody recommendations you fear will determine the outcome. Guardian ad Litems are specially ...
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Wisconsin Property Division: How Judges Value Your Contributions in Divorce - #59
You sacrificed your Wisconsin career to raise children and support your spouse's advancement, now you're worried the court will ignore your contributions and split everything 50/50 regardless. Wisconsin property division starts with equal presu...
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6:48
Wisconsin Maintenance: How to Document Income Changes for Modification - #58
You lost your Wisconsin job but waited months to file for maintenance modification and now owe thousands in back support the court won't reduce retroactively. Wisconsin maintenance modification requires immediate filing with documented proof of...
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Wisconsin Divorce Attorney: Here’s Why Most Cases Take Forever - #57
You're ready to move forward with your Wisconsin divorce and expect it to be done in a few months, but most divorces take six months to a year or longer. Sterling Lawyers Lead Attorney and CEO Jeff Hughes reveals what affects Wisconsin divorce ...
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5:45
Wisconsin Alimony Calculator: How to Actually Calculate - #56
You're using online Wisconsin alimony calculators expecting accurate payment estimates, but those calculators use formulas from other states while Wisconsin judges determine spousal maintenance case by case without any standard formula. Wiscons...
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5:39
Wisconsin Divorce: How Temporary Orders Protect Your Time with Kids - #55
You walked into your Wisconsin temporary order hearing thinking it was just a formality and walked out with custody, financial, and housing arrangements you'll be stuck with for months that could become your permanent reality. Sterling Law Offi...
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Prenups in Wisconsin: What Property Does a Prenuptial Agreement Protect? - #54
Someone just suggested a prenup and now you're wondering if it means your partner doesn't trust you or if it'll even hold up when things fall apart. Wisconsin prenuptial agreements override community property's 50/50 default division, but court...
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Wisconsin Child Custody: The Guardian ad Litem Mistake Parents Make - #53
The Wisconsin court just appointed a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) in your custody case, and you're panicking. GALs in Wisconsin don't represent you or your child—they investigate living conditions, interview witnesses, review records, and recommend ...
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Episode 53
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5:52
Custody in Wisconsin: How to Protect Your Rights After Abandonment - #52
You're raising your child alone in Wisconsin after the other parent disappeared—no contact, no support, nothing—and you're wondering if this abandonment gives you legal options for custody or terminating their parental rights. Wisconsin abandon...
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Episode 52
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Divorce Debt in Wisconsin: What Happens When Your Ex Doesn’t Pay - #51
Your Wisconsin divorce decree says your ex is responsible for the credit card debt—yet creditors are calling you demanding payment and destroying your credit score. Dividing marital debt in Wisconsin divorce isn't just about who takes which bal...
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Episode 51
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17:44
Divorce in Wisconsin: Why Cheating Doesn't Matter in Court - #50
You assume you need proof of cheating or abuse to file for divorce in Wisconsin, or that your spouse can block the divorce by refusing to cooperate. Wisconsin divorce law operates under a single no-fault standard—irretrievable breakdown of the ...
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Episode 50
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Wisconsin Divorce: What Debts Are You Responsible For (The Answer Will Shock You) - #49
Your spouse racked up thousands in credit card debt—or you're fighting to keep your house and that 3% mortgage rate. You assume the spending spouse takes the debt, right? Wrong. Wisconsin's community property law says you're equally responsible...
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Episode 49
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Wisconsin Father's Rights: Do This First to Make It Legal - #48
You’re a dad in Wisconsin, but unless you’re married to the mother, the law doesn’t automatically recognize you. Even if your name is on the birth certificate, you may have zero custody or placement rights until you take action. In this episode...
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Episode 48
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Wisconsin Alimony: How to Change Your Spousal Support Payment - #47
Your friend paid half the marriage length. The online calculator says something completely different. Your attorney won't give you a straight answer. Alimony in Wisconsin is a scary part of divorce because there are no standard formulas—just ju...
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Episode 47
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13:35
Wisconsin Divorce Cost: What You'll Actually Pay in 2025 - #46
You've heard horror stories about divorces costing tens of thousands and draining your finances. But what does a Wisconsin divorce actually cost in 2025—and more importantly, what makes costs skyrocket from $3,000 to $100,000? Sterling Lawyers ...
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Episode 46
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7:07
Alimony in Wisconsin: The Scary Truth No One Tells You - #45
Alimony in Wisconsin is the scariest part of divorce because there are no standard formulas—just judicial discretion that varies judge to judge, even within the same county. Sterling Law Offices Managing Partner Holly Mullin and Senior Partner ...
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Episode 45
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16:33
Child Support in Wisconsin: When Does It Really End? - #44
You thought child support in Wisconsin ended when your child turned 18. You stopped paying—or stopped expecting payments. Then you got hit with an enforcement notice or penalties. Sterling Lawyers Lead Attorney and CEO Jeff Hughes reveals why t...
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Episode 44
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5:44
Alimony Buyout in Wisconsin: This Secret Could Save You Thousands - #43
Maintenance buyout in Wisconsin offers a creative alternative to monthly spousal support payments, providing finality and eliminating uncertainty for both paying and receiving spouses. Sterling Law Offices Managing Partner Holly Mullin explains...
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Episode 43
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Wisconsin Child Custody: Do These EXACT Steps First - #42
Wisconsin child custody hearings determine your parental rights and your child's future, making thorough preparation essential. Sterling Lawyers Lead Attorney Jeff Hughes reveals the 8 exact steps to prepare for Wisconsin child custody hearings...
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Episode 42
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6:51
Want to Sue a Service Member for Divorce in Wisconsin? Watch THIS! - #41
Military divorce in Wisconsin involves complex federal laws that create unique challenges beyond typical civilian divorce cases. Sterling Law Offices Managing Partner Holly Mullin breaks down critical financial issues in military divorce, inclu...
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Episode 41
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13:27
Divorce in Wisconsin: Do These EXACT 6 Things Before Filing - #40
Filing for divorce in Wisconsin involves specific legal steps that protect your rights, finances, and time with your children. Sterling Lawyers Lead Attorney Jeff Hughes breaks down the 6 exact steps you need when filing for divorce in Wisconsi...
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Episode 40
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6:45
Prenup in Wisconsin: How to Ask for One Without Hurting Your Relationship - #39
Most people think prenups in Wisconsin are ironclad contracts that courts must enforce. The reality? Courts throw out prenups all the time—for lack of understanding, unfairness at implementation, missing disclosures, or provisions against publi...
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Episode 39
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13:42
Common Law Marriage in Wisconsin: Does Living Together Make You Married? -#38
Do you think living together for years creates a common law marriage in Wisconsin? In this episode, Sterling Lawyers lead attorney Jeff Hughes reveals the truth about common law marriage and how misconceptions could leave you legally unprotecte...
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Episode 38
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4:28
Why Skipping a Prenup in Wisconsin Could Cost You Half Your Assets - #37
Are you considering a prenup in Wisconsin and wondering if it's right for your situation? In this episode, Sterling Lawyers Managing Partner Holly Mullin and Senior Partner Ellen Rhodeman explain how prenuptial agreements work in Wisconsin's 50...
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Episode 37
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10:14
Understand These Child Custody Types in Wisconsin Or Lose Your Kids - #36
Are you confused about the four types of custody in Wisconsin and what they mean for your parental rights? In this episode, Sterling Lawyers lead attorney Jeff Hughes explains the crucial differences between legal custody and physical placement...
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Episode 36
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