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Camp Lejeune Justice Act

Camp Lejeune Justice Act

The word Le jeune translates from French as young or youthful. This seemingly benign name does not accurately reflect the decades of water contamination and coverup that occurred at the Marine Corp Base Camp Lejeune. Between 1953 and 1987, it is estimated that nearly...

Going It Alone In Court

Going It Alone In Court

Individuals have a right to self-representation in Wisconsin courts and in federal court.[1]  Pro se is Latin for “on one's own behalf.” When a litigant proceeds without legal counsel, they are said to be proceeding “pro se.” See, e.g. Rivera v. Florida Department of...

Deeds, Deeds, Deeds

Deeds, Deeds, Deeds

Often when individuals purchase real estate, their understanding of the transaction is that the Seller will convey the real estate by executing and recording a deed. However, there are actually various types of deeds, each with their own set of warranties or...

Family Court is a Court of Equity

Family Court is a Court of Equity

Often when trying to define what “equity” means in the legal context, people use words like “fair” or “equal” but neither of those really encompass what it means for the Court to be a “court of equity.” So, I am going to try and explain what it means without using...

Real Estate Interests

Real Estate Interests

Legal interests in real estate seem simple upon first consideration – someone may own a home, and when they sell it, the buyer owns it. However, even such “simple” purchase and sale arrangements are often layered with other forms of legal interests being retained or...

Tips to Avoid Scams and Identity Theft

Tips to Avoid Scams and Identity Theft

In today’s fast paced world, there is no end to the types of scams that target people of all ages, income levels and backgrounds. According to the Federal Trade Commission, one out of every ten adults in the United States will become a victim to a scam or fraud every...

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