Wisconsin Family Law Resources

02/19/2026

Thank you to this client for placing her trust in partner Ryan MacGillis and in our firm — it’s a responsibility we take seriously!

02/17/2026

Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day. How many of these can you cross off your list throughout the day?

02/16/2026

Oh what a night! We were proud to be one of the sponsors for this year's Judges Night which honors the judiciary serving Milwaukee County. Thank you to the Milwaukee Bar Association for hosting another fun evening of connections for our law community. Pictured here from left to right: Attorney Lauren Brasington, Law Intern Marina Rajkovic, Attorney Brenton Riggall and Partner Ryan MacGillis.

02/13/2026

Flip the script tomorrow. Life might look a little different now, but that doesn't mean you can't celebrate the love you have for yourself, your kids, your friends, or your community. Following are a few survival tips for navigating Valentine's Day this year.

02/11/2026

We recently came across another podcast worth sharing - The Divorce Survival Guide. Hosted by Kate Anthony CPCC, episodes drop weekly and feature honest conversations about co-parenting, separation, divorce, and the hardest question of all, should you stay or should you go? If you devour podcasts like we do and are looking for additional insight, motivation, or a community of people facing similar life transitions, it's worth checking out.

02/10/2026

We aren't going to lie to you, divorce comes with it's share of paperwork to navigate. The good news? We walk you through what is needed and when. To give you a heads-up on the specific type of information we request, following is a short reel with examples of the documents you can start looking for now!

02/05/2026

One of our goals is to ensure that clients stay informed and are made aware of any changes relative to family law in the State of Wisconsin. Last month, Gov. Evers signed a new law which will now require both parties in a child support or maintenance order to exchange information on substantial changes in income anytime it occurs. For more details on this change and other stipulations, click on the link below to read an excellent article written by the State Bar of Wisconsin.

A new law signed by Gov. Evers will require both parties in a child support or maintenance order to exchange information on substantial changes in income.

02/03/2026

February is American Heart Month. It shouldn't be a surprise that divorce ranks among life’s most stressful experiences. Research from the Journal of Men’s Health shows divorced individuals face 20% higher rates of chronic health problems compared to married counterparts. Women in particular experience a 24% increased risk of heart attacks after their first divorce. Following are some solid tips for reducing stress levels and staying heart healthy after a heavy life transition like divorce.

02/02/2026

Leading with empathy and providing options to our clients is our mission. Congratulations to Partner Sarah Whiting for this wonderful review from a recent client.

01/28/2026

Being asked for a divorce is one of the most painful conversations a person can experience. While you can’t control the request, you can control your response—and that response can shape everything that comes next.

01/26/2026

Even when divorce is painful to address, honest conversations help kids feel secure and supported.

01/22/2026

If you were the one who initiated the decision to pursue divorce, the fear of regret can be overwhelming, even long after the divorce process is complete. Following are some tips for managing any feelings of regret so that you can move forward.