Thelen & Associates, LLC

11/05/2026

Thinking about divorce can raise questions about your children, finances, home, and future.

Before filing in Wisconsin, it helps to understand the process. Generally, one spouse must have lived in Wisconsin for six months and in the county where you file for at least 30 days. There is also generally a 120-day waiting period before a divorce can be finalized.

Your divorce may also involve dividing property and debt, maintenance, child support, custody, and placement.

Understanding these issues early can help you prepare for what comes next.

Contact Thelen & Associates to discuss your situation and options.

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11/03/2026

Major family changes can be a good reason to revisit your estate plan.

Marriage, divorce, the birth or adoption of a child, and other significant changes may affect whether your existing documents still reflect your wishes.

A review may include your will, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents. It can also be helpful to review beneficiary designations on accounts or policies to see whether updates are appropriate.

Estate planning is not only about creating documents. It is also about keeping your plan aligned with your life.

Has your family situation changed? Contact Thelen & Associates to discuss your estate planning needs.

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10/30/2026

Does every divorce have to become a courtroom battle? No.

Mediation allows spouses to work toward agreements with the help of a neutral third party. Litigation involves asking the court to decide issues the spouses cannot resolve.

The right approach depends on the circumstances. Some divorces may be resolved largely through negotiation or mediation, while others require court involvement to resolve disputed issues.

Understanding the differences can help you make informed decisions about how to move forward.

Considering divorce in Wisconsin? Contact Thelen & Associates to discuss your situation and options.

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10/28/2026

Life changes after divorce, and sometimes a parenting arrangement needs to change too.

In Wisconsin, legal custody and physical placement orders can be modified in certain circumstances. The process and legal standards can depend on factors such as how much time has passed since the final order, what has changed, and whether the parents agree.

Even when both parents agree on a change, properly updating the court order can help prevent confusion later.

If your current custody or placement arrangement no longer fits your family’s needs, contact Thelen & Associates to discuss your options.

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10/26/2026

Who decides where your child goes to school after a divorce?

In Wisconsin, the answer can depend on your legal custody arrangement and court order. Legal custody includes responsibility for major decisions concerning a child, including significant educational decisions.

When parents share joint legal custody, they generally share responsibility for these decisions unless the court order says otherwise. Communication can be especially important when choosing or changing schools.

Your specific court order matters.

Have questions about legal custody and school decisions? Contact Thelen & Associates to discuss your situation.

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10/22/2026

When parents disagree about custody or placement, the court’s focus is the child’s best interests.

Wisconsin courts consider the facts of each family’s situation. Factors can include the child’s relationship with each parent and siblings, adjustment to home and school, developmental and educational needs, each parent’s past involvement, the parents’ ability to communicate and cooperate, and issues involving safety or abuse.

There is no single factor that decides every case. Understanding what the court may consider can help you better understand the custody process.

If you have questions about legal custody or physical placement, contact Thelen & Associates to discuss your situation.

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10/20/2026

The school year can bring new routines, activities, practices, and transportation challenges. For parents who share placement, those changes can make an existing schedule harder to manage.

But a change in the school calendar does not automatically change a physical placement order.

If the current arrangement is creating problems, start by reviewing the terms of your existing order or agreement. Wisconsin courts have procedures for requesting changes to legal custody or physical placement when appropriate.

Every family's circumstances are different. Understanding what your current order requires can help you determine your next steps.

Contact Thelen & Associates to discuss your situation.

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10/16/2026

Our law firm knows how to help your family navigate the law for everything from divorce to custody and surrogacy.

Wisconsin family law.

09/08/2026

Mediation is a less formal and less stressful way to end a marriage. Our founding attorney is a skilled mediator.

Focused on your family's future.

09/06/2026

Spending during a pending divorce case can create unexpected split decisions in Wisconsin.

Find out how obligations are split.