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Divorce Costs in Wisconsin

Equitable DistributionNo-Fault

Filing Fee

$184

Avg. Attorney Rate

$260/hr

Timeline

5 months

Waiting Period

120 days

Property Division

Equitable Distribution

Fault Type

No-Fault

Key Cost Factors

Uncontested Range$1,500$4,500
Contested Range$10,000$35,000

State Overview

Wisconsin is an equitable distribution state, meaning marital assets are divided fairly but not necessarily equally.

Wisconsin is a no-fault divorce state, meaning you don't need to prove wrongdoing to file. There is a mandatory 120-day waiting period before a divorce can be finalized.

The average attorney rate in Wisconsin is $260 per hour. An uncontested divorce typically costs $1,500 to $4,500, while a contested divorce can range from $10,000 to $35,000.

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