Child custody and support in Wisconsin

Custody of the Children In Wisconsin

The court will generally attempt to award joint legal custody, as long as the children’s best interests are preserved. In most cases the court will approve custody arrangements agreed upon by the parents, assuming both parties want to have an active role in raising the child. Further details regarding child custody in Wisconsin will be included in your divorce forms.

Wisconsin Child Support Guidelines

Wisconsin’s child support guidelines apply in nearly every divorce case unless there are exceptional circumstances in play. Both parents’ gross incomes and child related expenses are taken into consideration when calculating the child support obligation. Payments continue until the child reaches at least age 18 and may extend through completion of secondary education in some cases.