In Wisconsin, which is a no-fault state, the parties file in Circuit/Family Court as petitioner and respondent or co-petitioners or respondent. Both spouses must attend the final Wisconsin divorce court hearing. There may also be temporary order hearings or other hearings or conferences where their appearance is necessary, depending on the facts of the case and if it is contested. Failure to appear at the Status Conference hearing for an uncontested divorce case means the court can proceed without the party, which often is not much of an issue since both parties are in agreement. If you are working together and both want to receive a copy of the signed Finding of Fact, Conclusions of Law, and Judgment as soon a possible, attending the hearing is the best way to accomplish this. Learn more about attending a Wisconsin divorce hearing.

Other Helpful Information for Doing Your Own Divorce in Wisconsin

• Wisconsin Divorce Laws
• Wisconsin Divorce Basics
• Considering a Wisconsin Divorce
• Do it Yourself Divorce in Wisconsin
• The Residency Requirements to File for Divorce in Wisconsin
• Wisconsin Divorce Court Information
• Wisconsin Divorce Documents