It could seem too pricey of an investment to hire an attorney for your divorce or paternity situation during a recession. In Wisconsin, anybody without legal representation may file for divorce, paternity, or any other family law-related case.
When the opposing parent or party to the dispute looks to agree with all potential family law-related difficulties, it is an exceptionally appealing proposition.
However, things can happen swiftly in family law proceedings (which include divorce, initial paternity determinations, requests to modify placement, custody, or child support, or attempts to modify maintenance or alimony, etc.). Karp & Iancu, S.C. can help you.
In the following situations, hiring an attorney can be an incredibly beneficial investment:
Lawyers with experience in family law are aware of the things that Court Commissioners and Judges anticipate hearing in these situations. To demonstrate why a change may be in a child’s best interest, the Court must know when the most recent placement order occurred and what kind of change may have occurred. This is true, for instance, if you are asking for a change in placement.
- Attorneys are aware of the paperwork that must be filed in order to make the best use of your court time and guarantee that your case is heard. For instance, in some counties, specific paperwork must be filed before a divorce case may be scheduled for court.
- Attorneys are aware of why some agreements might help prevent going back to court or have unforeseen, detrimental effects. For instance, if parties to a divorce agree to divide a 401(k), special paperwork is required to divide the 401(k) without triggering fines or unintended tax repercussions for either party.
- Having legal representation in domestic abuse cases can help ensure proper communication or even prevent the victim from having to speak with their abusive partner. Restraining orders between parties can also be negotiated with the assistance of family law attorneys.
- Lawyers can help advise parties about additional resources available to families besides having a trial in front of a judge and help educate parties about what objectives can fairly be attained in a court action. For instance, parents may benefit from a therapist’s support to improve communication and teamwork among parents to benefit the kids. These parents might find a therapist’s advice more valuable than any judgmental directive.
These are just a few instances in which working with a lawyer can be very beneficial and essential when dealing with family law issues. These issues can be quite emotive for parties, as is frequently the case in legal cases involving family members. Because these concerns are so significant to the people involved, family law attorneys know these situations can feel overwhelming and frightening.
