· 2/3/1976
Guardianship of Schmidt v. Barkholtz
Citations
- 237 N.W.2d 919
- 71 Wis. 2d 317
- 1976 Wisc. LEXIS 1231
How courts have described this case
Verbatim parenthetical descriptions written by other courts when citing this decision. Ranked by citation-network relevance.
- term “suitable” broad enough to include all policy considerations which should be weighed by the court in determining child custody placements, including the best interests of the minor
- the best interest of the child is controlling in guardianship proceedings
- the best interest of the child is controlling in guardianship proceedings
- the appointment of a guardian is within the trial court's discretion
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Judges: Hanley
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