Thelen & Associates, LLC
Thelen & Associates, LLC
Thelen & Associates, LLC
When your family is going through something hard, the last thing you need is a lawyer who treats your case like a number on a file. You need someone who has seen it before, knows what it means to you, and actually cares about getting it right.
That is what Thelen & Associates is here for. Our law firm serves families across Waukesha, Walworth, and Jefferson counties. Whether you are facing a divorce or a child custody dispute, we are ready to stand beside you. We understand that the people who walk through our door are not just dealing with a legal problem. They are dealing with their lives, their children, and their futures.
Kris Thelen, the founder of this firm, has been practicing Wisconsin family law for more than 30 years. She has handled cases at the Waukesha County Circuit Court and in all other courthouses across the region. Over the decades, she has seen almost every kind of family law situation you can imagine. Whether you are at the start of your divorce journey or need to modify an impractical child custody order, Kris is prepared to give you excellent representation at a reasonable price.
And it is not just about legal skill. Kris and her team genuinely try to ease the family law process. Divorce and child custody cases are painful. There is no way around that. But we take the time to answer your questions with honest, compassionate advice. Our strategies are designed to make your divorce as quick, stress-free, and predictable as possible.
In Wisconsin, child custody refers to who has the legal right to make major decisions for a child, such as choices about education, healthcare, and religion. Placement refers to where the child lives and how much time they spend with each parent.
These two issues are often the most emotional parts of any divorce or separation. When you are a parent who has been actively involved in your children’s lives, the idea of having that time limited by a court order is frightening.
Our team works hard to protect your parental rights. We help clients:
Custody disputes can also arise outside of divorce, including in paternity cases and situations where parents were never married. Whatever the circumstances, our approach stays the same. We focus on what is best for the children while protecting your rights as a parent.
At our firm, we are very committed to client service. We, along with our staff, are professional yet also approachable, providing the guidance, support and customized solutions needed in difficult legal matters. This is reflected in the many positive testimonials we have received from satisfied clients.
Wisconsin is a community property state, which means there is a presumption that assets and debts will be divided equally. But this is not always the best or fairest solution. Also, what counts as marital property, and what does not, can lead to disputes between the spouses.
That means your divorce can put important financial interests at stake, including:
Our divorce attorneys help clients understand what they are actually dealing with before they agree to anything. We look at the full picture, including the financial details that are easy to overlook when emotions are running high. Kris’ deep experience with complex divorce cases gives her the insight to find reasonable solutions that can save you time, reduce stress, and avoid unnecessary legal fees and protect what is most important to you.
Whether you have been married for 10 years and have young kids at home, or your marriage is ending after 35 years, our Waukesha family law firm can help. Our goal is to set you and your children on a financially and emotionally stable path for the long term.
While family law is at the heart of what we do, Thelen & Associates also offers estate planning services. It is never too early, or too late, to set up a carefully tailored estate plan that works for you and your loved ones. For families with young children, having a will, a power of attorney, and a plan for guardianship in place is one of the most important things you can do. It is not something most people want to think about, but it protects your kids if something unexpected happens to you.
Our law office serves clients throughout Waukesha County, from Oconomowoc and Ottawa to Mukwonago. We also serve clients in Walworth County and Jefferson County, including families in Lake Geneva, Whitewater, and Fort Atkinson.
Whether you are dealing with a matter at the Waukesha County Courthouse, the Jefferson County Courthouse in Jefferson, or the Walworth County Courthouse in Elkhorn, our team knows the courts and the local legal landscape.
If you are going through a divorce, a custody dispute, or need to set up or amend an estate plan, you do not have to figure it out alone. Kris Thelen and her team have helped hundreds of families in Waukesha County and across southeastern Wisconsin find their footing during some of the hardest moments of their lives.
The first step is a free conversation with an experienced family lawyer. Contact Thelen & Associates today to arrange an initial consultation. We will listen to your situation, explain your options clearly, and help you understand what comes next. You deserve a lawyer who treats your case with the care it requires. We are ready when you are.
