Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How does Wisconsin determine child custody?
A: Wisconsin courts prioritize the child’s best interests, considering factors like parental cooperation, mental and physical health, and the child’s wishes.
Q: What are a father's rights in Wisconsin?
A: Father’s rights in Wisconsin are equal to mother’s rights. Custody decisions are based on the child’s best interests, not parental gender.
Q: What constitutes an unfit parent in Wisconsin?
A: An unfit parent may have a history of abuse, neglect, substance abuse, criminal activity, or mental health issues that endanger the child’s well-being.
Q: How is physical placement defined?
A: Physical placement refers to where the child lives. It outlines the schedule and arrangements for the child’s time with each parent.
Q: Is Wisconsin a 50/50 custody state?
A: While not strictly 50/50, joint custody is common if it benefits the child’s well-being.
Q: What exactly is child custody in Wisconsin?
A: Child custody in Wisconsin involves legal custody (decision-making authority) and physical placement (where the child lives), prioritizing the child’s best interests.
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Alimony
Locations
Appleton office
Appleton, WI 54914
Jackson office
Jackson, WI 53037
Wauwatosa office
Wauwatosa, WI 53226
Sheboygan office
Sheboygan, WI 53081
Hartford office
P.O. Box 270468
Hartford, WI 53027-0468
West Bend office
West Bend, WI 53095