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Compassionate and knowledgeable representation, so that you do not have to confront your legal challenges alone.

Quality Legal Representation Close to Home

Muter Law Office, LLC, provides family law, bankruptcy, and criminal defense services to residents of Baraboo, Wisconsin, and the surrounding area. Debt, criminal charges, and family issues, such as divorce or child custody, can take an emotional and financial toll. Attorney Misty Muter works with families and individuals who are looking to minimize the strain and bring about an effective resolution to the pressing issues they are facing. At Muter Law Office, we help clients understand the law and their situation, discussing all the options and pursuing alternatives to costly and time consuming court room proceedings.

Attorney Misty Muter and her staff have the knowledge and experience to provide you with competent legal representation, so that you do not have to confront your legal challenges alone. If you are facing a legal issue and are uncertain what the next steps might be, do not hesitate to contact our office for a free, initial, confidential consultation. We take the time to fully discuss with clients all their options and the risks and benefits of each, so that clients can make informed decisions that they will feel comfortable with well into the future. Contact our office today.

Family Law Bankruptcy Criminal Defense Drunk Driving / OWI Defense General and Civil Litigation

Meet Misty

Attorney Misty Muter established Muter Law Office with the aim of helping clients to reduce the stress associated with their legal situations. She works closely with clients and explains every step of the process, taking the time to listen to their concerns and answer whatever questions they may have. She gives clear explanations of what the options are step by…

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What Our Clients Say

“I have been very pleased with the knowledge, legal advice and professionalism, that Muter Law Office has provided. Between Laura’s Paralegal excellent customer service and Misty’s responsive and caring legal representation I am impressed…”

– Steve

“Misty and her law firm provided exceptional service. I felt like I genuinely mattered during a very ugly divorce. Misty explained every detail where I understood each and every step. My day and son in law have also used Misty as well with much satisf…”

– Shelly

“I want to thank Misty from Muter Law for getting me the best possible deal and for going that extra mile. Thanks Misty.”

– Kurt

“Highly recommend Misty Muter and her team. They were all so helpful and truly appreciate them!”

– Caitlin

“Attorney Muter and her staff were a godsend. Knowledgeable, honest and dedicated service throughout my case to conclusion.”

– AMS

“I had a great experience working with Muter Law Office during my divorce. Going through a divorce is never easy, but their professionalism, knowledge, and support truly made a difficult situation much more manageable. I especially want to recognize M…”

– Ross

“Misty Muter is a down-to-earth, fair, and exceptionally skilled law practitioner. Her staff are responsive and thorough, and the office environment is a calm and welcoming space for a diverse clientele.”

– Elizabeth

“Misty was great to work with. Her calm and collected demeanor helped considerably during a time of unknowns.”

– Kate

“Jesse was incredible to work with and goes to bat for you right away. Very knowledgeable. Very empathetic during the whole process. The whole staff is easy to work with.”

– Anonymous

“I had nothing but best experience with Muter Law Office. I would highly recommend your firm to any one in need of your services.”

– Mary

“Misty and Christy were both great to work with. Explained everything in a way that I could understand and got things done when they said they would. Changed my opinion of some lawyers.”

– LaDonna

“Five Stars….Jesse was excellent. Got my case dismissed….The staff at the office ( Crystal ) is excellent too! Thank you for being patient and helpful in my time of stress.”

– Steven

“Misty Crystal Lisa and Jesse were very good to work with thank you all very much.”

– Gary

“Misty was recommended to me by a friend. She was awesome. Very professional and still made you feel at ease and confident in her abilities. Would personally recommend her to anyone!”

– Brad

“They were so helpful and made mine and my ex husband Divorce go easy. I will truly recommend this law firm to anybody.”

– Melissa

“Always prompt to answer questions and worked very hard to resolve my concerns and case Positive, Responsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value.”

– Marina

“Misty & staff are very efficient. They are able to help navigate through legal issues & paperwork easily. You can’t go wrong with Muter Law!”

– Rachel

“Misty and Laura were FANTASTIC ! We were treated with great respect . Felt like we were doing business with friends not professionals. We could call anytime and knew we would get an answer same day. Misty did not drain us financially . She was true t…”

– Linda

“I would recommend Muter Law Office to anyone looking for a criminal lawyer. Misty was always prompt about calling me back and addressing my questions and Joshua helped reduce my tickets.”

– Anonymous

“Misty was thoughtful, patient, and willing to think through the unusual aspects of my situation. I would recommend Misty to anyone going through a bankruptcy.”

– Bankruptcy Client

“I had a pending court case and I chose Misty to represent me because she was genuine and sincere when she spoke with me. She listened and was very informative, honest, respectful, sincere, and kind throughout the entire process. I would definitely re…”

– Anonymous

“At Muter Law Office, Misty offers a relaxed and fun environment where it’s not too stuffy. She makes your cases personal to you and gives you plenty of options so you can make your own decisions; rather than be forced into a choice. She’s…”

– Michael

“I enjoyed working with Misty because she is kind, very well mannered and very understanding. We were able to reach agreements easily and if I ever needed to, it was easy to reach her either in person or on the phone. I know she valued me as a client…”

– Paul

“Misty is a very down to earth person who doesn't make you feel intimidated like you do with most attorneys. She really takes you through the process so you know exactly what to expect and it also allows it to become a learning experience...”

– Kelly

“Misty did a great job of keeping me informed and up to date on my case. I worked with another attorney in another case who did not contact me outside of court once, with Misty, it was reassuring to know what was always going so I knew what to expect…”

– Anonymous

“Misty added value to my case in every way. She was very down to earth and easy to understand. It seemed like we were always on the same page and as a result my case had a great outcome. It was nice to know that if I would want to get in contact with…”

– Deanna

“I enjoyed working with Misty because she put in the effort to work with me. She saw that I was going the extra mile to get my life back on track and in order so she put in the extra mile for me. If the occasion were to arise, I would most definitely…”

– Preston

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get spousal support?

Spousal support is awarded by the court in certain situations or by agreement of the parties. Many factors affect the likelihood of whether a person will be awarded spousal support. Wisconsin courts consider ten factors in determining a spousal support award, including:

The length of the marriage.
The age and physical and emotional health of the parties.
The division of property made in the divorce.
The educational level of each party at the time of marriage and at the time the action is commenced.
The earning capacity of the party seeking maintenance, including educational background, training, employment skills, work experience, length of absence from the job market, custodial responsibilities for children and the time and expense necessary to acquire sufficient education or training to enable the party to find appropriate employment.
The feasibility that the party seeking maintenance can become self-supporting at a standard of living reasonably comparable to that enjoyed during the marriage, and, if so, the length of time necessary to achieve this goal.
The tax consequences to each party.
Any mutual agreement made by the parties before or during the marriage, according to the terms of which one party has made financial or service contributions to the other with the expectation of reciprocation or other compensation in the future, where such repayment has not been made, or any mutual agreement made by the parties before or during the marriage concerning any arrangement for the financial support of the parties.
The contribution by one party to the education, training or increased earning power of the other.

These factors will be considered on a case-by-case basis to determine your likelihood of an award of spousal support due to the wide range of circumstances and factors that impact such an award. Please contact us to schedule a consultation.

What is a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?

A Chapter 7 bankruptcy is commonly referred to as a liquidation. In a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, all assets a debtor owns, including legal or equitable rights, are put into a bankruptcy estate. A court-appointed trustee is then assigned to see if any of those assets can be sold to partially satisfy the debts the consumer has incurred. Many of the assets in the bankruptcy estate, however, can be protected by applying what are called "exemptions." Exemptions vary from state to state, and in Wisconsin, Chapter 7 debtors are entitled to keep, for example, $75,000 ($150,000 for joint debtors) of equity in a homestead, $4,000 of equity in a car, and $12,000 in consumer goods.

What is a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?

Chapter 13 bankruptcy involves reorganization or a repayment plan for individuals or small proprietary business owners (not corporations or partnerships) who meet certain income and debt criteria. Chapter 13 bankruptcy allows a debtor to reduce the amount of debt through a payment plan while retaining certain assets which would otherwise be liquidated in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. In addition, for debtors who have fallen into arrears on their mortgages, real estate taxes, or car loans, Chapter 13 is an attractive choice as it allows them to force a repayment plan on creditors to repay those arrearages over time. Income tax debt may also be repaid similarly. Many consumers choose this type of bankruptcy if they are trying in good faith to pay back the majority of their debts, or if they are trying to save their house or restructure a car loan. Some typical reasons for filing a Chapter 13 bankruptcy are listed below:

Stop a home foreclosure and give the consumer up to five years to become current on their mortgage.
Restructure a car loan to either reduce interest, principal, or in some instances, reduce both principal and interest on the car loan.
Pay back income taxes without having to pay back all of the accrued penalties and interest.
Pay back general unsecured creditors (credit cards or personal loans) without paying back all of the future interest accruing on the account.

Will my creditors stop harassing me?

During a bankruptcy proceeding, the bankruptcy court issues an order preventing creditors from continuing their collection efforts outside of bankruptcy court, including efforts to garnish wages, foreclose on a home, repossess a vehicle, and call or send letters to debtors. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for these aggressive collection practices to continue, even after the debt is discharged in bankruptcy. You do not, however, have to live with the threats and harassment from debt collectors. There are state and federal laws designed to protect you from such abuse. If you have been the victim of threats, abuse, or harassment by a creditor or debt collector, contact our office today.

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