Derusha & Kramer, S.C.

Leah Derusha, a Michigan State University alumna, holds a BA in Political Science, Pre-Law. She attended Marquette University Law School. Clients can retain her expert legal services in Family Law throughout Northeastern Wisconsin. In Manitowoc, Marinette and Oconto Counties, she also represents children as a Guardian Ad Litem. Leah has defended criminal felonies and misdemeanors, child custody and placement disputes, child support, maintenance (alimony) divorces, and legal separation. Wisconsin Statute Section 767.41 controls legal custody in Wisconsin. Legal custody is the authority to make decisions on critical issues, such as health, education, schooling, and religion. Joint legal custody—both parents have equal custody rights—presumes to serve the child's best interests in Wisconsin. Custody may be modified provided the statutory prerequisites are met. The Derusha & Kramer, S.C. attorneys understand custody modifications, including custodial determinations at divorce or legal separation, and when and why you can seek modifications, how long the process takes, and the typical process for parents. Wisconsin law lets parents request deviations and modifications if certain prerequisites are present.

Leah Derusha's clients always praise her as a top-notch attorney who is highly adept in family law scenarios. All share how they appreciate her high level of professionalism, responsiveness and meticulous preparations. Leah makes it a point to always maintain a line of communication with her clients. Her clients also commend Leah's reliability when it comes to providing them with step-by-step guidance, which allows them to feel supported all the way. She is seen as a fierce litigator and a very compassionate advocate. Most people recommend her further and feel that her legal services are an asset to any client.