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 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

Learn how you can save money and time by filing an uncontested joint divorce petition in Wisconsin.

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

How Do I File for Divorce in Wisconsin?

Filing for divorce on your own in Wisconsin is certainly possible. But whether it’s a good idea—well, that might be a different story.

How Domestic Violence Affects Child Custody in Wisconsin

Understanding the implications of domestic violence on child custody rights.