Custody presumption
Joint Custody Preferred / Encouraged
Wis. Stat. § 767.41
Custody & parenting time in Wisconsin
Presumption favoring joint legal custody; maximize time with each parent.
Read the general guide: Custody: Legal & PhysicalEstablishing paternity in Wisconsin
Voluntary Paternity Acknowledgment or court action.
Read the general guide: Establishing PaternityChild support in Wisconsin
Percentage-of-income standard.
Read the general guide: Child Support & Imputed IncomeRelocation & move-away in Wisconsin
Relocation over 100 miles requires notice and possible court review.
Read the general guide: Relocation & Jurisdiction (UCCJEA)Protective orders & false allegations in Wisconsin
Domestic abuse restraining orders available.
Read the general guide: Protective & Restraining OrdersWisconsin fathers' rights FAQ
Wisconsin follows the "Joint Custody Preferred / Encouraged" approach. Presumption favoring joint legal custody; maximize time with each parent.
General educational summary of Wisconsin law, not legal advice. Statutes and local rules change—verify with the official court source and a licensed Wisconsin family-law attorney before acting.