Wisconsin Divorce and Family Law

Wisconsin Maintenance (Alimony) FAQs

Learn how Wisconsin courts decide who is entitled to alimony (maintenance) and how much to award.

Wisconsin Divorce: Dividing Property

Find out how courts in Wisconsin divide marital property and assets during a divorce.

Wisconsin Divorce FAQs

Answers to questions about about divorce in Wisconsin.

Understanding and Calculating Alimony in Wisconsin

Although the court encourages spouses to work together to negotiate an alimony award that works for both spouses, if the couple can’t agree, the judge will decide. Learn more about how judges set the type, duration, and amount of spousal maintenance in Wisconsin divorces.

Uncontested Divorce in Wisconsin

Divorce doesn’t require you to take the leading role in a Lifetime movie drama. There is a better way – an uncontested divorce. Although divorce is never easy, it doesn’t have to be ugly.

The Basics of Annulment in Wisconsin

In Wisconsin a marriage can be ended by divorce or by annulment. This article explains the difference between divorce and annulment, how to get an annulment in Wisconsin, and the effects of an annulment. You should talk to a Wisconsin family law attorney if you have specific questions after reading this

Imputing Income for Child Support in Wisconsin

The Great Recession has caused many families to suffer economic hardship and job loss. While there are those parents who were laid off from jobs for reasons outside of their control, there are also deadbeat parents who go so far as to quit good jobs to avoid their child support obligations.

How Do I File for Divorce in Wisconsin?

Learn about the forms and procedures required to file for divorce in Wisconsin.

How Domestic Violence Affects Child Custody in Wisconsin

Understanding the implications of domestic violence on child custody rights.