Ah, to be young. This familiar refrain speaks to the mysticism associated with America’s youth. What freedom they have! Freedom: yes. Financial security: no. Today’s young adults have been deemed Generation Broke. They comprise a group of individuals stuck in a struggling economy and faced with a wealth of expenses at once.…
According to a recent study of divorce in Wisconsin compiled by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, there were a total of 16,635 divorces in Wisconsin in 2011. In the same year, the Wisconsin divorce rate was 2.9 percent—far lower than the 2010 national average. I suppose that’s something we can be proud…
![[Infographic] Divorce In Wisconsin](https://thefitzgeraldlawfirm.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/image.jpg "[Infographic] Divorce In Wisconsin")
Following is an infographic that explains the current divorce rate in Wisconsin, along with several key points to remember about divorce. easel.ly
As Beloit bankruptcy lawyers, we regularly consult Beloit-area individuals who are either seriously considering bankruptcy, or who’ve already identified bankruptcy as their best course of action in combating their debt. Regardless of whether a solid plan to file bankruptcy is in place, our clients understandably voice concerns about their financial safety at this…
If you have children and are pursuing a divorce in the Beloit area, it’s important to hire a Beloit Family Law attorney fully competent in all topics of Family Law. There are six general topics of Family Law: Custody—the guardianship of the child or children. Child Support—court ordered payments, typically made by the noncustodial parent,…
Anyone considering filing for bankruptcy—whether in Wisconsin, Illinois, or otherwise—should be aware of Homestead Exemption, and understand the law as it applies to the state in which they live. As Beloit bankruptcy lawyers and Rockford bankruptcy lawyers, we cannot stress enough how varied this particular law can be from state to state—the specifics will depend…
As a Beloit Family Law firm focused in family and divorce law, we’re familiar with the myriad stresses, concerns, and questions voiced by clients who are in the midst of a divorce. In truth, no matter how agreeable a couple may be about separating, divorce is still a hugely complicated process that creates…
Our Beloit Bankruptcy Law and Rockford Bankruptcy Law clients are understandably concerned just prior to declaring bankruptcy—clients are still wrestling with the irony of taking a positive step forward that also happens to cause the potential loss of several core assets. But it’s important to seek guidance from an experienced Beloit Bankruptcy Law attorney,…
“Who is responsible to pay child support?”
Video Transcript: Q1: What made you want to become a lawyer? It’s something I always knew I wanted to do. I really liked just getting into what the laws are and going ahead and arguing against them or for them, just depending on the situation. I just like to see how it…