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Family Lawyers in Wisconsin
Find qualified family law attorneys in Wisconsin who specialize in child support, custody, divorce, and other family law matters.
Common Family Law Practice Areas
Child Support
Calculating and enforcing child support using Wisconsin's Percentage of Obligor Income model
Custody & Visitation
Establishing parenting plans, custody schedules, and visitation rights
Divorce & Separation
Filing for divorce, property division, and spousal support agreements
Modifications
Changing existing child support or custody orders when circumstances change
Paternity
Establishing parentage and related child support obligations
Enforcement
Enforcing court-ordered child support and custody arrangements
Tips for Choosing a Family Lawyer
- 1Look for attorneys who specialize in family law, not general practitioners
- 2Ask about their experience with child support cases in your county
- 3Many attorneys offer a free initial consultation
- 4Check reviews and ask for references from past clients
- 5Verify they are licensed to practice in Wisconsin
- 6Ask about their fee structure upfront (hourly vs. flat fee)
Wisconsin Child Support Overview
Calculation Model
Percentage of Obligor Income (gross income)
Income Basis
gross income (paying parent only)
Formula Summary
Wisconsin uses a percentage-of-income standard applied to the gross income of the paying parent: 17% for 1 child, 25% for 2, 29% for 3, 31% for 4, 34% for 5+. Shared-time payer adjustment applies when each parent has placement at least 25% of the time.