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The Importance of Advance Directives

Often when people think of estate planning they are focused on the disposition of their assets and minimizing tax implication. However, advance directives are a very important component of any estate plan and they are relevant for every person regardless of their...

Benefits of Rental Property Being Placed into an LLC

Legal Benefits The primary reason to form an LLC is for the legal protection it offers. If the owner has a personal creditor, the creditor generally cannot make a claim on the property owned by the LLC or other corporate entity. Should any tenants, their guests, or...

Landlord/Tenant Questions

Q: When do I need a written lease? A lease is a contract that defines the rights and responsibilities of both the landlord and the tenant. A lease can be oral or written. If a lease is for one year or less, an oral lease can be as binding on both parties as a written...

Considering a Prenup?

Wisconsin prenup agreements allow spouses to avoid Wisconsin’s marital property rules upon filing for divorce or separation. Wisconsin law says that each spouse owns one-half of all marital property. However, what is considered “marital property” during a marriage is...

Power of Attorney – A Powerful Estate Planning Tool

A Power of Attorney allows an individual to designate an agent, which can be any knowledgeable adult, with the authority to make specific decisions in place of the individual giving that authority. The designated person operates as the individual's agent and the power...

Why do I need a will?

Without a Will, the state will decide who receives the property you acquired throughout your lifetime. Does this seem fair to you? If you don't appoint a guardian for your minor children when you die, a judge will decide who raises your children. Creating a Will...

Can the same lawyer represent both spouses in a divorce?

Many times potential clients will ask if both spouses can be represented by the same attorney for their divorce. The answer is no. In Wisconsin, a lawyer’s ethical obligations prohibit him or her from representing two parties in the same action who have adverse...

How can I keep my legal fees low for my family law dispute?

Clients often seek the help of a family law attorney when they are facing difficult and emotional concerns for themselves or their children. Certain complex legal issues can no doubt become expensive. However, as a client, there are some actions you can take to...