Affordable Divorce Lawyers in Portage

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How to File for Divorce in Columbia County

Getting started with your divorce is easier than you think. 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 Columbia County for at least 30 days, your divorce can be filed in Columbia County Circuit Court.

File for Divorce in 7 Steps

  1. Visit the Columbia County Courthouse.
  2. Decide whether to file jointly (an uncontested divorce) or individually.
  3. Request a Temporary Hearing if you and your spouse cannot agree on immediate needs.
  4. Prepare all documents completely and accurately.
  5. Get a date and time for your Temporary Hearing, if applicable.
  6. File your action with the Clerk of Courts.
  7. Get on with your life with confidence with the help of Divorce PRO Wisconsin.

Columbia County Family Court

The Family Court for Columbia County is located at the Columbia County Courthouse and is presided over by Circuit Court Judge Troy Cross.
The Clerk of Circuit Court for Columbia County is Susan Raimer and her office handles all new case filings.

Where to File for Divorce

Columbia County Courthouse

400 DeWitt St
Portage, WI 53901
608.742.2191

Columbia County Filing Fees

As of 2021, the filing fees for divorce in Columbia 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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