Choosing a power of attorney for health care is one of the most personal decisions in an estate plan. This is the person who may speak for you if illness, injury, or incapacity prevents you from making your own medical decisions. In Wisconsin, a power of attorney for...
IVF can create possibilities that once felt out of reach. It can also create legal questions that many people do not expect until they are already in the middle of treatment, storage forms, consent documents, medical decisions, and family planning. One of those...
Estate planning is not only about what happens after death. It is about giving your family direction when they may be grieving, stressed, or unsure what to do next. A will and a trust are two common estate planning tools. They can both help you decide who receives...
At The Law Center, S.C., we understand that these matters are not abstract legal questions. They are about whether your documents reflect who you are. They are about whether your relationship with your child is protected. They are about whether your family is treated...
If you are a same-sex couple wanting to build a family, you may wonder, what is legally required? How do I protect our parental rights? What happens if something is not set up correctly from the beginning? When should we consult a lawyer? Here is the short answer: in...
Maybe your schedule has changed. Maybe your child is struggling with the current routine. Or maybe something about the other household has shifted in a way that raises concern. In Wisconsin, modifying child custody depends on timing. If it has been less than two years...
In Wisconsin, you are not required to hire an attorney to file for divorce. However, whether you should depends on your situation. Even when a divorce seems straightforward, decisions made during the process can have long-term consequences for your finances, your...
Will my parental rights be fully recognized and protected? The answer depends on how your family is formed and what legal steps are taken along the way. Planning ahead can make a meaningful difference in how secure your rights are from the moment your child is born....
Divorce can be difficult for any family. When a child has special needs, there can be more questions: How will care be shared between households? How will therapy, schooling, and medical needs be handled? What happens if one parent has been primarily responsible for...
Whether you are dealing with divorce, custody, or a more complex situation involving your child or your family unit, the outcome can affect your life long after the case is over. The Law Center, S.C., the focus is not just on resolving or “winning” a case. It is on...