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Spousal maintenance, also referred to as “spousal support” or “alimony”, is a monetary judgment awarded by the court, to be paid by one spouse to the other, during the divorce process.  Its purpose is to... Read More

Paternity is the process by which a male becomes recognized as a child’s father.  In other words, paternity is simply the official term for “legal parent”. Being recognized as the legal father can be established... Read More

Scenario:  You are appearing before a judge for your contested hearing. The issues before the court are the division of marital assets and debts. The opposing party has hired legal counsel who has helped them... Read More

You have just finished a contested hearing before the Judge and a ruling has been entered as to Custody and Placement. You are unhappy with that ruling, and unfortunately, your ability to appeal the judgment... Read More

A restraining order, often referred to as a protection order, prohibits contact between individuals when one person is believed to be at risk or harm from another.  This occurs most commonly in relationships where one... Read More

You have just appeared before the Family Court Commissioner for a Temporary Orders hearing and a ruling has been issued. You are dissatisfied with that ruling, and because you were pro se (not represented by... Read More

People get married at different stages in their life.  Unfortunately, not all marriages last, and actions for divorce are filed.  Through the divorce process your assets and debts will be divided. While states vary in... Read More

Many parents find themselves in disarray during the judicial process because they are not awarded equal parenting time with their children. This typically leaves them asking a simple question:  Why? In a perfect world, both... Read More

Welcome to my website.  My name is Jonathan Goldman and I am a family law attorney in Green Bay, Wisconsin.  Let me tell you a little bit about myself. When I first decided to go... Read More