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How to File for Divorce in Dane County

Wisconsin is a no-fault divorce state, and as such, you need only believe that your marriage is irretrievably broken. If you have resided in the State of Wisconsin for at least six months and have lived in Dane County for at least 30 days, your divorce can be filed in Dane County Circuit Court.

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  2. Decide whether to file jointly (an uncontested divorce) or individually.
  3. Let one of our pro se divorce advocates prepare your documents completely and accurately.
  4. File online from anywhere with our simple, easy-to-follow eFiling instructions.
  5. Get on with your life with confidence with Divorce PRO Wisconsin.
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Dane County Family Court

The Family Court is located at the Dane County Courthouse and is presided over by Court Commissioner Dan Floeter.
The Clerk of Circuit Court for Dane County is Carlo Esqueda and his office handles all new case filings.

Where to File for Divorce

Dane County Courthouse

215 S Hamilton St
Madison, WI 53703
608.266.4311

Dane County Filing Fees

As of 2022, the filing fees for divorce in Dane County are as follows:
File for divorce with NO request for child support or maintenance $184.50
File for divorce WITH a request for child support or maintenance $194.50
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