Affordable Divorce Lawyers in Shawano

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How to File for Divorce in Shawano 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 Shawano County for at least 30 days, your divorce can be filed in Shawano County Circuit Court.

File for Divorce in 7 Steps

  1. Visit the Shawano 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 necessary 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.

Shawano County Family Court

The Family Court for Shawano County is located at the Shawano County Courthouse and is presided over by Family Court Commissioner Eric Hendrickson.
The Clerk of Circuit Court for Shawano County is Ethan Schmidt and his office handles all new case filings.

Where to File for Divorce

Shawano County Courthouse

311 N Main St
Shawano, WI 54166
715.526.9347

Shawano County Filing Fees

As of 2021, the filing fees for divorce in Shawano 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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