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Adams

Agencies

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Adams County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 339-4218. Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 883-5378.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Hope House
    (608) 356-9123 or (800) 584-6790 or (608) 356-7500
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (800) 236-1128, (920) 233-6521. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters. Only homelessness prevention cases are taken in Waupaca County.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Ashland

Agencies

  • Child Support
    (715) 682-7020
  • Clerk of Court
    (715) 682-7016
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • County Clerk
    (715) 682-7000
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 682-7019
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 682-6442
  • Register in Probate / Juvenile Court Clerk
    (715) 682-7009
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 682-7008
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 685-7640
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 663-3607
  • Ashland County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 682-7019. Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases
  • Center Against Sexual & Domestic Abuse (CASDA)
    (800) 649-2921 Assists with criminal justice, restraining orders, victims of abuse, family and civil law, immigration.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • New Day Shelter
    (715) 682-9565 or (800) 924-4132. Provides emergency housing and food to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, as well as crisis intervention and support services.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Barron

Agencies

  • Child Support
    (715) 537-6390
  • Clerk of Court
    (715) 537-6265
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 537-6393
  • County Clerk
    (715) 537-6200
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 537-6220
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 635-9081
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 537-6261
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 537-6210
    Birth, marriage and death record applications.
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 537-3106
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (888) 538-3031
  • Barron County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 537-6220. Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Community Referral Agency
    (800) 261-7233 Advocacy and services for victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse.
  • Disability Rights Wisconsin
    (800) 928-8778 or (715) 736-1232. Disability Rights helps people across Wisconsin gain access to services and opportunity through its advocacy and legal expertise. Legal support addresses access, inclusion, dignity, most-integrated choices and equal rights issues.
  • Embrace
    Serves several counties. Find phone numbers on their website. Assistance in filing restraining orders, preparation for injunction court hearing and support during the hearing. Embrace also provides accompaniment advocacy to law enforcement and prosecution interviews, child forensic interviews, and work with survivors to help them understand their rights when navigating the civil and criminal court systems. Embrace can also assist with referrals to legal assistance programs.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Indianhead Community Action Agency
    Legal assistance for victims, including divorce, child custody and placement, restraining orders, unemployment compensation, fair housing.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 537-6265 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Restorative Justice Program
    Program offers victim offender conferencing, family conferencing, a youth restitution program and a youth educational shoplifting prevention program.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Volunteer Guardian Program
    (715) 537-6261

Bayfield

Agencies

  • Child Support
    (715) 373-6106
  • Clerk of Court/Register in Probate
    (715) 373-6108
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information. Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate.
  • County Clerk
    (715) 373-6100
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 373-6111
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 373-6108
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 373-6119
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 373-6120
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 663-3607
  • Bayfield County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 373-6111. Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Center Against Sexual & Domestic Abuse (CASDA)
    (800) 649-2921 Assists with criminal justice, restraining orders, victims of abuse, family and civil law, immigration.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • New Day Shelter
    (715) 682-9565 or (800) 924-4132. Provides emergency housing and food to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, as well as crisis intervention and support services.
  • Red Cliff Tribal Legal Resources
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Brown

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (920) 448-4090
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Clerk of Courts
    (920) 448-4155
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (920) 448-4006
  • County Clerk
    (920)-448-4016
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • Court Commissioners
    (920) 448-4285
  • District Attorney
    (920) 448-4190
  • Register in Probate
    (920) 448-4275
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (920) 448-4470
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (920) 448-4200 or Non-emergency (920) 391-7450
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (920) 448-4300
  • Brown County Free Legal Clinic
    Appointments are required to meet with an attorney, and are scheduled through Casa ALBA Melanie by calling (920-445-0104).
  • CASA of Brown County
    (920) 437-2272
  • Catholic Charities of Green Bay
    (877) 500-3580 ext. 8234, or (920) 272-8234 Legal services to immigrants.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Golden House
    (877) 431-4321, (920) 432-4244 Domestic violence services and shelter.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (800) 236-1127, (855) 947-2527 Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • Legal Research, Appleton Public Library
    (920) 832-6173 Provides access to Westlaw on one computer and a collection of law-related books, including titles published by the State Bar of Wisconsin.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Sexual Assault Center / Family Services
    (920) 846-2111 24 hour, confidential, free services for victims of sexual assault or abuse, and their families and friends.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim / Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 448-4371

Buffalo

Agencies

  • Child Support
    (608) 685-6314
  • Clerk of Court
    (608) 685-6212
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (608) 685-6236
  • County Clerk
    (608) 685-6209
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (608) 685-6236
  • Register in Probate
    (608) 685-6202
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (608) 685-6230
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (608) 685-4433
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 578-2372
  • Community Justice Services
    Alternatives to jail and public safety services
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (800) 873-0927, (855) 947-2529, (608) 785-2809. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 685-6236. Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.

Burnett

Agencies

  • Child Support
    (715) 349-2555
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Clerk of Court
    (715) 349-2147
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information. Small claims information concerning docketing and reopening judgments.
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 349-2168
  • County Clerk
    (715) 349-2173
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 349-2167
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 485-3118
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 349-2177
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 349-2183
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 349-2121
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 485-2372
  • Community Referral Agency
    (800) 261-7233. Provides advocacy and services for victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse.
  • Community Referral Agency
    (800) 261-7233 Advocacy and services for victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Indianhead Community Action Agency
    Legal assistance for victims, including divorce, child custody and placement, restraining orders, unemployment compensation, fair housing.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 349-2164. Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Volunteer Legal Advocates and Court Watch
    (715) 349-7272
    Assists individuals to obtain TRO/Injunctions and attend court proceedings in domestic and sexual abuse cases

Calumet

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (920) 849-1454
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket. Financial Disclosure Statement; Child Support Complaint Process and Form; Child Support Enforcement Services Application; Request for mediation Services
  • Clerk of Court
    (920) 849-1414
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (920) 849-1443
  • County Clerk
    (920) 849-1458
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (920) 849-1438
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (920) 849-1414, ext. 377
  • Register in Probate
    (920) 849-1455
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (920) 849-1441
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (920) 849-2335
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 739-2372
  • Calumet County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 849-1438 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Conflict Resolution Center
    (920) 236-4925 Mediators assist with disputes involving small claims, neighbor problems, domestic problems, juvenile disputes, consumer/merchant issues, worksite problems, and personal or business relationships. Located in the Winnebago County Courthouse.
  • Foreclosure Mediation
    (920) 236-4925. Assists homeowners facing a mortgage foreclosure action in Calumet County. Mediation is a confidential and voluntary process where you and the lender seeking to foreclose on your home may discuss ways to resolve your foreclosure case, including reinstatement of the loan and possible modification of the loan terms.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Harbor House Domestic Abuse Programs
    (800) 970-1171, (920) 832-1666
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (920) 849-1414 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (800) 236-1127, (855) 947-2527 Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Sexual Assault Crisis Center
    (800) 722-7797, (920) 733-8119
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Chippewa

Agencies

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (888) 400-6920
  • Chippewa County Bar Association Free Legal Clinic
    Fourth Wednesday of every month; 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Chippewa Falls Public Library in Chippewa Falls.
  • Chippewa County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 726-7733 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Family Support Center
    (715) 723-1138 or (800) 400-7020 The mission of the Family Support Center is to help women, men and children end domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse and other forms of interpersonal violence through education, prevention and intervention services.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Clark

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 743-5213
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket. Child support applications.
  • Clerk of Court
    (715) 743-5181
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 743-5186
  • County Clerk
    (715) 743-5148
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 743-5167
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 267-7249
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 743-5172
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 743-5163
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (800) 743-2420
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Indianhead Community Action Agency
    Legal assistance for victims, including divorce, child custody and placement, restraining orders, unemployment compensation, fair housing.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 743-5181 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 743-5270 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.

Columbia

Agencies

  • Child Support
    (608) 742-9610
  • Children and Families Youth Justice Court
    Youth justice court serving children and families.
  • Circuit Court Branch 1
    (608) 742-9619
  • Circuit Court Branch 2
    (608) 742-9653
  • Circuit Court Branch 3
    (608) 742-9633
  • Clerk of Courts
    (608) 742-2191
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (608) 742-9667
  • County Clerk
    (608) 742-9654
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (608) 742-9650
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (608) 742-9841
  • Register in Probate
    (608) 742-9636
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (608) 742-9677
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (608) 742-4166
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (888) 742-9233
  • Columbia County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 742-9834 or (608) 742-9836. Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Community Resource Guide
    Social and legal assistance organization directory.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Hope House
    (800) 584-6790
    (608) 356-9123
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (608) 256-3304, (800) 362-3904. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Crawford

Agencies

  • Child Support
    (608) 326-0218
  • Clerk of Court
    (608) 326-0211
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • County Clerk
    (608) 326-0200
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (608) 326-4802
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (608) 326-6496
  • Register in Probate/Juvenile Court Clerk
    (608) 326-0206
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (608) 326-0219
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (608) 326-8414
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 794-2372
  • Crawford County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 326-4802 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (800) 873-0927, (855) 947-2529, (608) 785-2809. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Dane

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (608) 266-4031
    Instructions/Forms Motion to Change Custody, Placement, Support or Maintenance. Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Circuit Court Judges
    (608) 266-4311
  • Clerk of Courts
    (608) 266-4311
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (608) 266-4355
  • County Clerk
    (608) 266-4121
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • Court Commissioners
    608-266-4311
  • District Attorney
    (608) 266-4211
  • Register in Probate
    (608) 266-4331
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship, restraining orders, and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (608) 266-4144 Birth, marriage and death record applications. Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (608) 284-6800
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; service of process of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    855-417-6892, (608) 240-7400 Disability Benefit Specialists (DBS) assist individuals between the ages of 18 and 59 who have physical disabilities, developmental disabilities, mental health issues and/or substance abuse issues
  • Bankruptcy Assistance Program
    (608) 204-9642 Assists individuals with Chapter 7 bankruptcy questions.
  • Basic Estate Planning Clinic
    (608) 243-2881 Helps low-income individuals prepare basic estate planning documents. Schedule and appointment information are on their website.
  • Canopy Center
    (608) 241-4888 A child abuse treatment and prevention agency serving the Dane County community.
  • Centro Hispano Immigration Services
    Call to make an appointment: (608) 442-4012
  • Community Immigration Law Center
    (608) 640-4444 Offers brief consultations on basic legal immigration issues on a first come, first serve basis. Case assessment and legal advice provided by our volunteer immigration lawyers. Assistance with immigration forms and fillings.
  • Community Justice Incorporated
    (608) 204-9642
    Represents low-income families and individuals in cases involving landlord/tenant, disability and mental health, employment, family, child welfare, education, discrimination, consumer/credit, land use, environmental issues. New users must call during intake hours: Mon-Thurs 1-4 pm. Be prepared to spend 15-30 mins on the phone.
  • Dane County Law Library
    (608) 266-6316
  • Disability Rights Wisconsin
    (608) 267-0214 Disability Rights helps people across Wisconsin gain access to services and opportunity through its advocacy and legal expertise. Legal support addresses access, inclusion, dignity, most-integrated choices and equal rights issues.
  • Domestic Abuse Intervention Services (DAIS)
    (608) 251-4445 or (800) 747-4045 Offers crisis intervention and community education/prevention programs, including a 24-hour help line, programming for children from violent homes, legal advocacy, support groups, emergency safety planning, and a domestic violence shelter.
  • Economic Justice Institute (EJI)
    (608) 890-0678. Serves low-income and other under-represented clients in matters designed to enhance access to justice and economic security. The Economic Justice Institute (EJI) is home to the University of Wisconsin Law School's civil, anti-poverty clinical programs.
  • Eviction defense clinic
    Call 608-890-0678 or email eji@law.wisc.edu for help. Se habla español.
  • Eviction defense project
    Legal Action of Wisconsin's Eviction Defense Project (EDP) is court-based, FREE legal aid for low-income tenants who are facing eviction. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Dane County clinic is located at 744 Williamson St (same building as Ground Zero and El Dorado Grill). The office hours are Mondays, Tuesdays, and certain Fridays. Call the intake line to schedule an appointment: 855-947-2529.
  • Family Court Clinic
    See the current clinic schedule for hours. Meets at the Dane County Courthouse
  • Family Law Assistance Center
    See the current clinic schedule for hours. Meets at the Dane County Courthouse
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Immigration Affairs Department of Human Services
    (608) 242-6260 Providing outreach and resources to immigrants, and refugee communities in Dane County
  • Immigration Legal Services Program (Catholic Multicultural Center)
    608-441-0114
  • Immigration Services at Jewish Social Services
    (608) 442-4081 Make an appointment to consult with staff on your immigration case.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (608) 266-4311 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (608) 256-3304, (800) 362-3904. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • Legal Clinic at Madison College
    Free clinic for a variety of legal issues, including bankruptcy, child support and family law, consumer protection, criminal records, driver's license restoration, expungement, foreclosures, immigration, rental housing, and victims of crimes.
  • Legal Services in Dane County
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Low-Cost Legal Assistance in Dane Co
    A directory of free or low cost legal assistance organizations and clinics in Dane County. Also available translated into Chinese, Hmong, and Spanish.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Office of the Staff Judge Advocate
    (608) 242-3071 Military members seeking legal advice may consult the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate.
  • Restorative Justice Project
    (608) 262-2240 Provides mediation services between victims/survivors of crime and criminal offenders throughout the State of Wisconsin.
  • Restraining Order & Survivor Advocacy Clinic
    See the current clinic schedule for hours. Meets at the Dane County Courthouse
  • Rise Law Center / Centro Legal Rise
    (608) 256-1015 Multilingual law office which provides direct representation to immigrants and refugees in immigration and family law, as well as protection orders. Immigration services are offered statewide.
  • Small Claims Clinic
    See the current clinic schedule for hours. Meets at the Dane County Courthouse
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Sunshine Free Legal Clinic
    No fee. Family law, immigration law, employment law, criminal law, landlord/tenant issues, and more. 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., every first Thursday of the month at 1632 West Main Street, Sun Prairie 53590 (Sunshine Supper location).
  • Tenant Resource Center
    (877) 238-7368 or 608-257-0006 Offers landlord/tenant mediation and a provides tenants, landlords and social service agency staff with information, referrals and applications for low-cost housing, subsidized housing, transitional housing and emergency shelter services.
  • Tenant Resource Center (UW-Madison location)
    (608) 216-2321 For UW-Madison students. Provides student tenant education, problem resolution assistance, and no cost mediation services for housing issues.
  • Trans Law Help
    Provides assistance to the transgender community by helping individuals obtain corrected identity documents (birth certificates, driver's licenses, passports, etc.) reflecting their authentic name and gender.
  • Unemployment Appeals Clinic
    (608) 255-5909 Unemployment compensation hearings and LIRC appeals.
  • Veterans Service Office
    (608) 266-4158
  • Victim / Witness Unit
    (608) 266-9003 Staff assists victims and witnesses throughout the criminal court process by answering questions, keeping victims and their families informed of case development, providing information and referrals to community service providers, assisting with restitution, and offering personal assistance when possible.
  • Wills for Heroes
    (608) 250-6177 Volunteer attorneys and support personnel participate in clinics around the state at which the volunteer attorneys prepare simple wills and other basic estate planning documents at no charge for eligible first responders and their spouses or domestic partners.
  • Worker Justice Wisconsin
    Help with workplace issues. Call or email to make an appointment. English and Spanish.

Dodge

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (414) 615-2589
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Circuit Court Branches
    (920) 386-3570
  • Clerk of Courts
    (920) 386-3570
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (920) 386-3591
  • County Clerk
    (920) 386-3600
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (920) 386-3610
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (920) 386-3570
  • Register in Probate
    (920) 386-3550
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (920) 386-3720
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (920) 386-3726
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 924-6407 or (920) 386-3580
  • Dodge County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 386-3610 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • IMPACT 2-1-1
    Dial 2-1-1 to learn about access to services and assistance in times of crisis.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (608) 256-3304, (800) 362-3904. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Rise Law Center / Centro Legal Rise
    (608) 256-1015 Multilingual law office which provides direct representation to immigrants and refugees in immigration and family law, as well as protection orders. Immigration services are offered statewide.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Door

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (920) 746-2231
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Circuit Court Branch I
    (920) 746-2280
  • Circuit Court Branch II
    (920) 746-2280
  • Clerk of Court
    (920) 746-2205
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (920) 746-2228
  • County Clerk
    (920) 746-2200
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (920) 746-2284
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (920) 746-5616
  • Register in Probate
    (920) 746-2482
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (920) 746-2270
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (920) 746-2400
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (855) 828-2372
  • Door County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 746-2284 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (800) 236-1127, (855) 947-2527 Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • Legal Aid Society of Door County
    (920) 743-3934
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Sexual Assault Center / Family Services
    (920) 846-2111 24 hour, confidential, free services for victims of sexual assault or abuse, and their families and friends.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Douglas

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 395-1420. Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Circuit Court Branch I
    (715) 395-1471
  • Circuit Court Branch II
    (715) 395-1207
  • Clerk of Court
    (715) 395-1203
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 395-1453
  • County Clerk
    (715) 395-1568. Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 395-1218
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 395-1474
  • Register in Probate & Juvenile Court
    (715) 395-1220
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 395-1551. Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 395-1371
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 946-2372
  • Center Against Sexual & Domestic Abuse (CASDA)
    (800) 649-2921 Assists with criminal justice, restraining orders, victims of abuse, family and civil law, immigration.
  • Douglas County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 395-1349 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Dunn

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 232-1671
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Chippewa Valley Veterans Treatment Court
  • Clerk of Court
    (715) 232-2611
    Jury service, small claims information. Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 232-3996
  • County Clerk
    (715) 232-1677
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 232-1687
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 235-5556
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 232-6782
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 232-1228
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 232-1348. County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants
  • Traffic court

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (715) 232-4006
  • Bridge to Hope
    (715) 235-9074 (24 Hour Hotline: 800-924-9918) The Bridge to Hope offers free and confidential services to victims and survivors of domestic abuse, sexual assault and human trafficking in Dunn and Pepin Counties, Wisconsin.
  • Dunn County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 232-1687 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases. Program offers early intervention.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 232-2611 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Eau Claire

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 839-4770
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Chippewa Valley Veterans Treatment Court
  • Clerk of Court
    (715) 839-4816
    Traffic citation information, Traffic and Ordinance Not Guilty form, small claims information and form. Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 839-4836
  • County Clerk
    (715) 839-4801
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 839-4828
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 839-6029
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 839-4823
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 839-4745
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 839-4709, (715) 839-4701. County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (715) 839-4735
  • County Bar Association Free Legal Clinic
  • Eau Claire County Restorative Justice Program
    (715) 835-6521. Offers victim offender conferencing, accountability workshops, peace circles, at risk accountability mentoring, and suspension/expulsion re-entry services.
  • Eau Claire County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 839-4795 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases. Program offers crisis response services.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 839-3762 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Restorative Justice Program
    Program offers victim offender conferencing, family conferencing, a youth restitution program and a youth educational shoplifting prevention program.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Florence

Agencies

  • Child Support
    (715) 528-3369
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 528-3205
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • County Clerk
    (715) 528-3201
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 528-3362
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 904-0403
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 528-3205
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 528-4252
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 528-3346
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (855) 528-2372 or (715) 528-4890
  • Florence County Caring House
    (715) 528-5161
    Provides domestic violence related services.
  • Florence County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 528-3362 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Fond du Lac

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (920) 929-3057
    Forms, information and FAQs. Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Clerk of Court
    (920) 929-3038
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (920) 929-3150
  • County Clerk
    (920) 929-3000
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • County Court Judges
  • District Attorney
    (920) 929-3048
  • Family Court
    (920) 929-3075
    Forms, mediation information, FAQs and legal assistance resources.
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (920) 929-3075
  • Register in Probate
    (920) 929-3084
    Information concerning probate, genealogy, guardianships, wills and FAQs. Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (920) 929-3018
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (920) 929-3390
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (888) 435-7335 or (920) 929-3400.
  • Fond du Lac County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 929-3050 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Foreclosure Mediation Program
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (800) 236-1128, (920) 233-6521. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters. Only homelessness prevention cases are taken in Waupaca County.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Pro Se Legal Clinic
    (920) 929-3404. For family court and probate.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Forest

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 478-2157
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Circuit Court
    (715) 478-2329.
  • Clerk of Court
    (715) 478-3323
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 623-3743
  • County Clerk
    (715) 478-2422
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 478-3511
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 478-3085
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 478-2418
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 478-3823
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 478-3331
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 699-6704
  • Forest County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 478-3105 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Tri-County Council on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, Inc.
    (800) 236-1222 or (715) 362-6841 Provides shelter, crisis intervention, and support services for victims of domestic abuse and sexual abuse and their families.
  • Tri-County Foreclosure Mediation Program
    (715) 369-6240 Assists homeowners facing a mortgage foreclosure action in Forest, Vilas, and Oneida Counties. Mediation is a confidential and voluntary process where the homeowner and the lender seeking to foreclose may discuss ways to resolve the foreclosure case, including reinstatement of the loan and modification of the loan terms.

Grant

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (608) 723-4823
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Circuit Court Branch I
    (608) 723-7826
  • Circuit Court Branch II
    (608) 723-6576.
  • Clerk of Court
    (608) 723-2752
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (608) 723-1651
  • County Clerk
    (608) 723-2675
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    608-723-4237
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (608) 348-9506
  • Register in Probate
    (608) 723-2697
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (608) 723-2727
    Land records. Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (608) 723-2157
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 514-0066
  • Family Advocates
    (800) 924-2624 Domestic abuse and sexual assault services.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Grant County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 723-2462 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (800) 873-0927, (855) 947-2529, (608) 785-2809. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Green County

Agencies

  • Child Support
    (608) 328-9460
  • Circuit Court
    (608) 328-9420.
  • Clerk of Courts
    (608) 328-9433
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (608) 328-9377
  • County Clerk
    (608) 328-9430
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (608) 328-9424
  • Family Court
    Information concerning divorce, paternity, child support, mediation services, family court hearings, and restraining orders. FAQs.
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (608) 328-9429
  • Register in Probate
    (608) 328-9567
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (608) 328-9439
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (608) 328-9400
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Green County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 328-9426 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Green Haven Family Advocates
    (608) 325-7711 (Crisis line) or (608) 325-6489 (Business line) Provides domestic abuse and sexual assault services. An advocate may provide Information and referral services for legal services and assist with court forms.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (608) 328-9433 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (608) 256-3304, (800) 362-3904. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Green Lake

Agencies

  • Child Support
    (920) 294-4048
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Clerk of Courts
    (920) 294-4142
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (920) 294-4067
  • County Clerk
    (920) 294-4005
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (920) 294-4046
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (920) 294-4044.
  • Register in Probate
    (920) 294-4044
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (920) 294-4021
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (920) 294-4000
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 883-5378.
  • Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services
    (800) 261-5998, (920) 235-5998
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Green Lake County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 294-4047 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (920) 294-4142 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (800) 236-1128, (920) 233-6521. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters. Only homelessness prevention cases are taken in Waupaca County.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Iowa

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (608) 935-0390
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Clerk of Courts
    (608) 935-0395
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (608) 935-0393
  • Corporation counsel
  • County Clerk
    (608) 935-0399
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (608) 935-0393
  • Drug treatment court
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (608) 935-2042
  • Register in Probate
    (608) 935-0347
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (608) 935-0396
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (608) 935-3314 County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 514-0066
  • Family Advocates
    (800) 924-2624 Domestic abuse and sexual assault services.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Iowa County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 935-0338 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (608) 256-3304, (800) 362-3904. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Iron

Agencies

  • Child Support
    (715) 561-4485
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Clerk of Court
    (715) 561-4084
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • County Clerk
    (715) 561-3375
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 561-5671
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 893-5000
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 561-3434
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 561-2945
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 561-3800
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants
  • Veteran's Court
    (715) 561-2190

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 663-3607
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Iron County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 561-5671 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Jackson

Agencies

  • Child Support
    (715) 284-4301, ext. 345
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Clerk of Court
    (715) 284-0208
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • County Clerk
    (715) 284-0201
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 284-0242
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 896-0292
    Information on divorce, child support, mediation, paternity and restraining orders. FAQS.
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 284-0286
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 284-0205
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 284-5357
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants
  • Treatment court

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    Local Phone: 715-284-3978
    Toll Free Phone: 844-493-4245
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Jackson County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 284-0239 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 284-0213 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (800) 873-0927, (855) 947-2529, (608) 785-2809. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Jefferson

Agencies

  • Alcohol and Drug Treatment Courts
  • Child Support Agency
    (414) 615-2587
    Forms and information. Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Circuit Court Judges
  • Clerk of Courts
    (920) 674-7150
    Information related to traffic citations and small claims. Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (920) 674-7135
  • County Clerk
    (920) 674-8777 Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (920) 674-7220
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (920) 674-7192
  • Register in Probate
    (920) 674-7245
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (920) 674-7235
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (920) 674-7310
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 740-2372
  • Child Support Agency Pro Se Clinic
    (414) 615-2587. Services available Fridays 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. regarding pro se stipulation motion forms and health insurance obligations.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • IMPACT 2-1-1
    Dial 2-1-1 to learn about access to services and assistance in times of crisis.
  • Jefferson County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 674-7220 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (608) 256-3304, (800) 362-3904. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • People Against Domestic Abuse
    (800) 228-7232, (920) 674-6768 Crisis line for domestic and sexual abuse.
  • Rise Law Center / Centro Legal Rise
    (608) 256-1015 Multilingual law office which provides direct representation to immigrants and refugees in immigration and family law, as well as protection orders. Immigration services are offered statewide.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Westlaw Access at University of Whitewater Library
    Westlaw is available to users in the library.

Juneau

Agencies

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 794-2372
  • Community Resource Guide for Families
    Legal and social services, and community businesses and services directory.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Hope House
    (608) 356-9123
  • Juneau County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 847-9388 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (608) 847-9356 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (800) 873-0927, (855) 947-2529, (608) 785-2809. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Kenosha

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (262) 697-4500
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Clerk of Courts
    (262) 653-2664
    Access family Court forms and small claims collections procedures. Pay court fees online.
  • Corporation Counsel
    (262) 925-8020
  • County Clerk
    (262) 653-2552
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (262) 653-2400
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (262) 653-2646
  • Judges
  • Register in Probate
    (262) 653-2678 Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (262) 653-2444 - Vital Statistics
    (262) 653-2441 - Real Estate
    Includes property forms such as Quit Claim Deed, Warranty Deed, Termination of Decedent's Property Interest and Transfer on Death to Beneficiary. Also marriage, birth and death certificate applications.
  • Sheriff's Department
    (262) 605-5100
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 472-8008
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • IMPACT 2-1-1
    Dial 2-1-1 to learn about access to services and assistance in times of crisis.
  • Kenosha County Legal Clinic
    (262) 652-5545 Volunteer attorneys provide legal advice on family, housing, guardianship, and consumer issues. The clinic is at the Center and is available on the first and third Fridays of the month. Contact the center to sign up.
  • Kenosha County Victim/Witness Services
    (262) 653-2400 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (800) 242-5840, (855) 947-2529 Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Women and Children's Horizons
    (800) 853-3503 The legal advocacy program offers advocates that assist victims with restraining orders and family court issues such as divorces, legal separations, and child custody/placement issues.

Kewaunee

Agencies

  • Child Support
    (920) 388-7172
  • Clerk of Courts
    (920) 388-7144
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (920) 388-7173
  • County Clerk
    (920) 388-7133
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (920) 388-7194
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (920) 388-2333
    Instructions for modification or enforcement of a judgment, temporary restraining orders and injunction filings, and injunction stipulation and order. Mediation information.
  • Register in Probate
    (920)-388-7143
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (920) 388-7126
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (920) 388-3100
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 416-7083
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Kewaunee County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 388-7173 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (800) 236-1127, (855) 947-2527 Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Violence Intervention Project, Inc.
    (877) 847-3223 for 24-hour helpline. Provides support for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.

LaCrosse

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (414) 615-2594 Information on establishing paternity, obtaining and enforcing child support, and interstate enforcement. Child support forms. Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Clerk of Courts
    (608) 785-9590
    Information about small claims court and traffic court procedure. Contact information for judges and other court officials. Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (608) 785-9577
  • County Clerk
    (608) 785-9581
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (608) 785-9604
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (608) 785-5600
  • Register in Probate
    (608) 785-9882
  • Register of Deeds
    (608) 785-9644
    Real estate parcel search. Property forms including land contract, termination of decedent's property interest, transfer by affidavit, transfer on death, and statement of mineral claim. Also marriage, birth and death certificate applications; firm name forms. Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (608) 785-9629
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants
  • Veteran's Court
    (608) 785-9719. The Veteran's Court assists veterans who may have an involvement with law enforcement or the courts.

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    Local Phone: 608-785-5700
    Toll-Free Phone: 800-500-3910
  • Bar Association Free Legal Clinic
    Volunteer attorneys and paralegals meet with visitors for 15 minutes and answer legal and procedural questions.
  • CASA for Kids
    (608) 781-2783 Provide court-based advocacy for children who are under court jurisdiction due to abuse or neglect.
  • Catholic Charities of La Crosse
    (888) 212-4357. Legal services to immigrants.
  • Family Law Information Center
    (608) 785-5886. Volunteer attorneys and lay persons assist pro se litigants by directing them to resources and assisting with but not filling out pro se family law forms.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Law Library, La Crosse Public Library
    (608) 789-7100 Provides primary law reference materials, such as Wisconsin and Federal statutes and opinions. Also includes consumer oriented titles, State Bar of Wisconsin books, and Wisconsin Pleading and Practice. Provides access to WestlawNext.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • New Horizons Advocacy Program
    (888) 231-0066, (608) 791-2610 ext. 1303. Services to victims of domestic and sexual abuse.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 785-9608 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.

Lafayette

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (608) 776-4843
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Circuit Court
    (608) 776-4811
  • Clerk of Courts
    (608) 776-4832
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (608) 448-3680
  • County Clerk
    (608) 776-4856, ext. 256 Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (608) 776-4842
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (608) 523-4244
  • Juvenile court
  • Register in Probate
    (608) 776-4811
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (608) 776-4838
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (608) 776-4870
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 514-0066
  • Family Advocates
    (800) 924-2624 Domestic abuse and sexual assault services.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Lafayette County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 776-4846 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (608) 256-3304, (800) 362-3904. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Langlade

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 627-6225
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Circuit Court
    (715) 627-6215
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 627-6215
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 627-6297
  • County Clerk
    (715) 627-6200
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 627-6224
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 627-6221
  • Juvenile court
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 627-6214
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 627-6209
    Order birth, death and marriage records. Search county death and birth indexes.
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 627-6411
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants
  • Traffic and ordinance violation court

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (888) 486-9545
  • Foreclosure Mediation Program
    (877) 721-6262 Assists qualified homeowners in communicating with lenders to discuss settlement alternatives early in the foreclosure process with the goal of reducing the number of foreclosures.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Langlade County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 627-6269 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 627-6215 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Lincoln

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 536-9700
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 536-0319
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 539-1015
  • County Clerk
    (715) 539-1019 Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 536-0339
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 536-0323
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 536-0342
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 539-1061
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 536-6272
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (888) 486-9545
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Haven, Inc.
    (715) 536-1300 Advocates provide assistance with obtaining restraining orders, employment, education, housing, medical services, financial services, other legal aid and counseling for victims.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 536-0319 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Lincoln County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 536-0339 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Manitowoc

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (920) 683-4066
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Clerk of Courts
    (920) 683-4025 Information on guardian ad litem, interpreter services, construction liens and small claims. Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (920) 683-4062
  • County Clerk
    (920) 683-4003 Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (920) 683-4070
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (920) 683-4493
  • Register in Probate
    (920) 683-4016
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (920) 683-4012 Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (920) 683-4200
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 416-7083
  • Domestic Violence Center
    (920) 684-5770 (24-hour crisis line) Provides shelter, crisis intervention, and supportive services for survivors of domestic and sexual abuse and their families.
  • Foreclosure Mediation Program
    (920) 683-4025 or (920) 236-4925 Assists homeowners facing a mortgage foreclosure action in Manitowoc County. Mediation is a confidential and voluntary process where the homeowner and the lender seeking to foreclose may discuss ways to resolve the foreclosure case.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (920) 683-4025 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (800) 236-1127, (855) 947-2527 Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Manitowoc County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 683-4074 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Marathon

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 261-7500
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 261-1300
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 261-1140
  • County Clerk
    (715) 261-1500 Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 261-1111
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 261-1380
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 261-1260
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 261-1470
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 261-1200
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (888) 486-9545
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 261-1300 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Restorative Justice Program
    Program offers victim offender conferencing, family conferencing, a youth restitution program and a youth educational shoplifting prevention program.
  • Rise Law Center / Centro Legal Rise
    (608) 256-1015 Multilingual law office which provides direct representation to immigrants and refugees in immigration and family law, as well as protection orders. Immigration services are offered statewide.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Program
    (715) 261-1111
  • Women's Community
    (715) 842-7323, (888) 665-1234 Counseling and other services for victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault.

Marinette

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 732-7440
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 732-7450
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 732-7435
  • County Clerk
    (715) 732-7406
    Marriage licenses, domestic partnerhip, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • Court Commissioner
    (715) 732-7475
  • District Attorney
    (715) 732-7490
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 732-7475
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 732-7551 Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 732-7607
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants
  • Teen court

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marinette County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 732-7494 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Sexual Assault Center / Family Services
    (920) 846-2111 24 hour, confidential, free services for victims of sexual assault or abuse, and their families and friends.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Marquette

Agencies

  • Child Support
    (414) 615-2588 Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Clerk of Courts
    (608) 297-3100 ext. 3005
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • County Clerk
    (608) 297-3016
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (608) 297-3020
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (608) 297-8730
  • Register in Probate
    (608) 297-3009
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (608) 297-3025 Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (608) 297-2115
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants
  • Treatment court

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 883-5378.
  • CAP Services
    (800) 472-3377 Assistance for low-income individuals undergoing a family crisis and victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Hope House
    (800) 584-6790 (Helpline), (608) 256-9123 (Office) Assist individuals in obtaining temporary restraining orders and injunctions, preparation for pro se family law cases, and navigating the criminal justice system.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (800) 236-1128, (920) 233-6521. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters. Only homelessness prevention cases are taken in Waupaca County.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 297-3018 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Menominee

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 799-5290
  • Clerk of Court
    (715) 799-3313
    Menominee County cases are filed with the Menominee County Clerk of Court. That office is located at PO Box 279, Keshena WI 54135. The telephone number is (715) 799-3313. Fine and forfeiture payments are made at the Menominee County Clerk of Court. Scheduling takes place with the judicial assistant who can be reached at appropriate phone number listed above. Hearings on Menominee County cases take place at the Shawano County Courthouse.
  • County Clerk
    (715) 299-3311 Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 823-3176
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 526-8631
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 799-3312
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715)799-3357
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants
  • Tribal Court
    (715) 799-3348 A court of general jurisdiction with appellate review operating under the authority of the Menominee Tribal Constitution and By-laws as a separate and equal branch of the Tribal Government.

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (855) 492-2372
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Menominee County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 526-4608 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Milwaukee

Agencies

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (414) 289-6660
  • Bankruptcy Pro Se Help Desk
  • Catholic Charities Refugee and Immigration Services
    (414) 643-8570 Provides legal representation and resources for persons who need assistance with their legal status for living in the United States.
  • Centro Hispano Milwaukee
    (414) 928-1600 Services for immigrants.
  • Centro Legal
    (414) 384-7900
    Serves clients with family law and criminal misdemeanor defense cases
  • Clean Slate Milwaukee
    (414) 627-0067 Helps individuals to expunge eligible court criminal records. This clinic meets periodically. Check their website or Facebook page for upcoming events and related handouts.
  • Community Advocates
    (414) 449-4777 Serving people in need of urgent help, victims of domestic violence, people living with mental illness, and people dealing with substance abuse. Services include assistance with housing, utilities, health care, SSI and disability, homelessness and mental illness, and family violence.
  • Disability Rights Wisconsin
    (414) 773-4646 Disability Rights helps people across Wisconsin gain access to services and opportunity through its advocacy and legal expertise. Legal support addresses access, inclusion, dignity, most-integrated choices and equal rights issues.
  • Eviction Defense Project
    Meets in room 406 of the Milwaukee County Courthouse on Mondays and Wednesdays starting at 12:30PM. Limited Capacity (First Come - First Served)
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Hmong American Friendship Association Sexual Assault Victim Services
    (414) 322-9522 Crisis intervention, ongoing case management, mediation, and support groups, to Southeast Asian (including Hmong) survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.
  • IMPACT 2-1-1
    Dial 2-1-1 to learn about access to services and assistance in times of crisis.
  • International Institute of Wisconsin
    (414) 225-6220 Services to immigrants and refugees.
  • Kids Matter Casa
    Provide court-based advocacy for children who are under court jurisdiction due to of abuse or neglect.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (414) 278-5295 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyer Referral and Information Service - Milwaukee Bar Association
    (414) 274-6768
    Provides referrals to attorneys and community resources including government or nonprofit agencies when possible. Attorneys are available for a wide variety of legal issues. Attorneys will charge standard fees for services. The first half hour consultation with an attorney will cost $20 or less.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (888) 278-0633 Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee
    (414) 727-5300
    Provides representation in family law, consumer and bankruptcy matters, housing issues, public benefits, HIV issues, elder law, tax controversies, and civil rights.
  • Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee, Children's Court Office
    (414) 257-7159
    Provides representation in family law, consumer and bankruptcy matters, housing issues, public benefits, HIV issues, elder law, tax controversies, and civil rights.
  • LGBT Community Center
    Includes name change workshops for transgender, nonbinary, and gender non-conforming individuals and assistance with filing forms at the Courthouse.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Lotus Legal Clinic
    Provides free legal counsel to survivors of gender-based violence and human trafficking regardless of income
  • Marquette Legal Initiative for Nonprofit Corporations (M-LINC)
    Free legal advice for qualifying Wisconsin nonprofits and organizations seeking tax exempt or nonprofit status.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Metro Milwaukee Foreclosure Mediation Program
    (414) 939-8800 Provides clients with an opportunity to negotiate in a more equal bargaining process, preserve home equity for borrowers, cash flow for lenders, and prevent blight in communities.
  • Milwaukee County Law Library
  • Milwaukee County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (414) 278-4667 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases. Crisis response program available.
  • Milwaukee Justice Center
    Services include the family law forms clinic, family law appointments for the second half of the divorce process, and a legal advice and referral clinic which covers family law, landlord/tenant, probate, small claims, and large claims questions.
  • Name Change Project, Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund
    Pro bono legal name change services to low-income TGNCNB (transgender, gender non-conforming, non-binary) people.
  • Rental Housing Center
    Rent and utilities help for tenants, landlord/tenant dispute resolution, relocation assistance.
  • SeniorLAW
    Free legal assistance to Milwaukee County residents who are 60 and older
  • Sojourner Family Peace Center
    (414) 276-1911; (414) 933-2722
    Domestic Violence Hotline Provides "courthouse advocacy and restraining order clinic, legal emergency assistance, children's advocacy" and a 24-hour domestic violence hotline.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • United Migrant Opportunity Services
    (414) 389-6000 Adjustment of Status, U visas, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) petitions
  • University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Legal Clinic
    Assistance for currently enrolled University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee students, with some limitations.
  • Voces de la Frontera
    Worker's rights and immigration matters. Legal clinic is held Saturdays from 9-11am, at Voces de la Frontera 1027 S. 5th St. Milwaukee, WI 53204.
  • Wisconsin Foreclsoure Mediation Network
  • Wisconsin Legal Assistance For Military Personnel
    Legal help for service members, veterans, and their families.

Monroe

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (608) 269-8733
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Clerk of Courts
    (608) 269-8745
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (608) 269-8891
  • County Clerk
    (608) 269-8705
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (608) 269-8780
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (608) 269-2174
  • OWI Court
  • Register in Probate
    (608) 269-8701
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (608) 269-8716
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (608) 269-2117
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    Local Phone: 608-269-8690
    Toll Free Phone: 888-339-7854
  • CASA of Rock County
    (608) 305-0187 Provide court-based advocacy for children who are under court jurisdiction due to of abuse or neglect.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (800) 873-0927, (855) 947-2529, (608) 785-2809. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Monroe County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 269-8030 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Oconto

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (920) 834-6862
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Circuit Court
    (920) 834-6857
  • Clerk of Courts
    (920) 834-6857
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (920) 834-6960
  • County Clerk
    (920) 834-6800
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (920) 834-6865
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (920) 834-6838
  • Register in Probate
    (920) 834-6839
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (920) 834-7113
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (920) 834-6919
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (855) 492-2372
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Oconto County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 834-6832 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Sexual Assault Center / Family Services
    (920) 846-2111 24 hour, confidential, free services for victims of sexual assault or abuse, and their families and friends.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Oneida

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 362-5695
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Circuit Court Branch I
  • Circuit Court Branch II
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 369-6120
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 369-6155
  • County Clerk
    (715) 369-6125 Marriage licenses, domestic partnership information, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 369-6133
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 369-6152
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 369-6159
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 369-6150
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 361-5100
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 699-6704
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 369-6157 or (715) 369-6200 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Oneida County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 369-6133 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Tri-County Council on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, Inc.
    (800) 236-1222 or (715) 362-6841 Provides shelter, crisis intervention, and support services for victims of domestic abuse and sexual abuse and their families.
  • Tri-County Foreclosure Mediation Program
    (715) 369-6240 Assists homeowners facing a mortgage foreclosure action in Forest, Vilas, and Oneida Counties. Mediation is a confidential and voluntary process where the homeowner and the lender seeking to foreclose may discuss ways to resolve the foreclosure case, including reinstatement of the loan and modification of the loan terms.

Outagamie

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (920) 832-5058
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Circuit Courts
  • Clerk of Courts
    (920) 832-5131
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (920) 832-1522
  • County Clerk
    (920) 832-5077
    Marriage licenses, domestic partnership information, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • Court Commissioner
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (920) 832-5057
  • Register in Probate
    (920) 832-5601
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (920) 832-5095
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (920) 832-5605
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants
  • Treatment Courts
    Drug, alcohol, mental health, and veterans court information.

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 739-2372
  • CAP Services
    (800) 472-3377 Assistance for low-income individuals undergoing a family crisis and victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence.
  • Family Court Program
    (920) 832-5660
    Mediation and evaluation services to parents who are unable to resolve legal custody, placement and visitation
  • Foreclosure Mediation Program
    (920) 236-4925 Outagamie County's foreclosure mediation program is administered by the Winnebago Conflict Resolution Center, Inc. and is part of the Wisconsin Foreclosure Mediation Network. The Program is available to assist homeowners facing a mortgage foreclosure action in Outagamie County.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (920) 832-5131 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (800) 236-1128, (920) 233-6521. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters. Only homelessness prevention cases are taken in Waupaca County.
  • Legal Research, Appleton Public Library
    (920) 832-6173 Provides access to Westlaw on one computer and a collection of law-related books, including titles published by the State Bar of Wisconsin.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Outagamie County Bar Association Legal Clinic
    First and Third Mondays of each month from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Outagamie County courthouse.
  • Rise Law Center / Centro Legal Rise
    (608) 256-1015 Multilingual law office which provides direct representation to immigrants and refugees in immigration and family law, as well as protection orders. Immigration services are offered statewide.
  • Self-Help Center
    Contact the Self-Help Center to confirm hours of availability at 920-968-2965 or the Family Court Commissioner's Office at 920-832-5057. Assistance for individuals in stipulated divorce actions. Staffed by a coordinator and non-attorney volunteers.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 832-4615 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.

Ozaukee

Agencies

  • Child Support Enforcement
    (262) 284-8400
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Circuit Court Judges
  • Clerk of Courts
    (262) 238-8409
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (262) 284-8300
  • County Clerk
    (262) 284-8110
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (262) 284-8380
    Includes FAQs
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (262) 284-8378
  • Juvenile court
  • Register in Probate
    (262) 284-8370
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (262) 284-8260
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (262) 284-7172
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 537-4261
  • Family Law Assistance Center
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • IMPACT 2-1-1
    Dial 2-1-1 to learn about access to services and assistance in times of crisis.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (800) 236-1128, (920) 233-6521. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters. Only homelessness prevention cases are taken in Waupaca County.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (262) 238-8387 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.

Pepin

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 672-8941
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket.
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 672-8861
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • County Clerk
    (715) 672-8857
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 672-8939
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 672-3091
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 672-8859 Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 672-8856
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 672-5944
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 578-2372
  • Bridge to Hope
    (715) 235-9074 (24 Hour Hotline: 800-924-9918) The Bridge to Hope offers free and confidential services to victims and survivors of domestic abuse, sexual assault and human trafficking in Dunn and Pepin Counties, Wisconsin.
  • Community Justice Services
    Alternatives to jail and public safety services
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Pepin County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 672-8939 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Pierce

Agencies

  • Child Support
    (715) 273-6764
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 273-6741 Ext. 6405
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 273-6745
  • County Clerk
    (715) 273-6744 ext. 6688
    Marriage licenses, domestic partnership information; elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 273-6750 ext. 6452
  • Drug Court
    Referral form, handbook and policies manual.
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 273-6741 ext. 6409
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 273-6752 ext. 6460
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 273-6748 ext. 6416
    Birth, marriage and death records; domestic partnership application and termination; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 273-5051
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 273-0804
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    715-273-6741 ext. 6405 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Pierce County Legal Clinic
    Meets the 4th Tuesday of every month from 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. in the EOC room of the Courthouse Annex.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 273-6749 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.

Polk

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 485-9297
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Circuit Court
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 485-9299
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 485-9210
  • County Clerk
    (715) 485-9226
    Marriage licenses, domestic partnership information; elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 485-9231
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 485-3118
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 485-9238
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 485-9240
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 485-8350
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 485-2372
  • Community Referral Agency
    (800) 261-7233 Advocacy and services for victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Indianhead Community Action Agency
    Legal assistance for victims, including divorce, child custody and placement, restraining orders, unemployment compensation, fair housing.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 485-9211 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.

Portage

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 346-1588
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Clerk of Courts
    (866) 920-2525
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 346-1368
  • County Clerk
    (715) 346-1351
    Marriage licenses, domestic partnership, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 346-1300
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 346-1364
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 346-1490 Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 346-1428
    Birth, marriage and death records; domestic partnership application and termination; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 346-1400
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants
  • Treatment court

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 920-2525
  • CAP Services
    (800) 472-3377 Assistance for low-income individuals undergoing a family crisis and victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence.
  • Family Law Information Center
    (715) 344-3677 The Family Law Information Center (FLIC) assists litigants with family law issues who are unrepresented by legal counsel. The FLIC is staffed by community volunteers who are trained to help pro se litigants with court forms and legal process.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Justiceworks, Ltd.
    (715) 344-3677
    Works with offenders, victims of crime, and communities. Provides family law information, criminal case mediation, and community/justice department coordination.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Aid Society
    (715) 344-3677
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 346-1300 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.

Price

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 339-3094
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 339-2353
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • County Clerk
    (715) 339-3325
    Marriage licenses, domestic partnership information; elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 339-3095
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 532-5537
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 339-3078
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 339-2515
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 339-3011
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 663-3607
  • Embrace
    Serves several counties. Find phone numbers on their website. Assistance in filing restraining orders, preparation for injunction court hearing and support during the hearing. Embrace also provides accompaniment advocacy to law enforcement and prosecution interviews, child forensic interviews, and work with survivors to help them understand their rights when navigating the civil and criminal court systems. Embrace can also assist with referrals to legal assistance programs.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Indianhead Community Action Agency
    Legal assistance for victims, including divorce, child custody and placement, restraining orders, unemployment compensation, fair housing.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Price County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 339-3095 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Stepping Stones, Inc.
    (715) 748-3795 Assists individuals in obtaining temporary restraining orders (TRO)/injunctions in domestic abuse cases, and provides information and referral services.

Racine

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (262) 636-3268
    FAQs and forms.
  • Clerk of Courts
    (262) 636-3333
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (262) 636-3115
  • County Clerk
    (262) 636-3121
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (800) 242-4202, (262) 636-3172
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (262) 636-3155
  • Register in Probate
    (262) 636-3137
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (262) 636-3208
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (262) 636-3822 County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 219-1043
    Benefits, long term care, senior services, prevention and wellness information and activities.
  • Family Service of Racine
    (262) 634-2391
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • IMPACT 2-1-1
    Dial 2-1-1 to learn about access to services and assistance in times of crisis.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (800) 242-5840, (855) 947-2529 Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Racine County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (262) 636-3858 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases. Early response program is available.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Richland

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (608) 647-8663
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Clerk of Courts
    (608) 647-3956
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (608) 647-4111
  • County Clerk
    (608) 647-2197
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (608) 647-3493
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (608) 647-5151
  • Register in Probate
    (608) 647-2626
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (608) 647-3011
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (800) 544-2106
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 794-2372
  • Court & Community, Inc
    Free drop-in legal clinics on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month. These clinics take place at the Richland County courthouse. Call the clerk of court for details and times: 608-647-3956.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (800) 873-0927, (855) 947-2529, (608) 785-2809. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 647-3493

Rock

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (608) 757-5700
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Circuit Courts
    Information and FAQs on divorce, paternity, small claims, criminal court and traffic court.
  • Clerk of Courts
    (608) 743-2200
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (608) 757-5530
  • County Clerk
    (608) 757-5660
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (608) 757-5615
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (608) 757-5547
  • Register in Probate
    (608) 757-5635
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (608) 757-5650
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Rock County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 757-5569 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Sheriff's Department
    (608) 757-8000
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants
  • Treatment Courts: Veterans and Drug Court
    (608) 743-2258

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (855) 741-3600
  • CASA of Rock County
    (608) 305-0187 Provide court-based advocacy for children who are under court jurisdiction due to of abuse or neglect.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (608) 256-3304, (800) 362-3904. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Rise Law Center / Centro Legal Rise
    (608) 256-1015 Multilingual law office which provides direct representation to immigrants and refugees in immigration and family law, as well as protection orders. Immigration services are offered statewide.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Rusk

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 532-2299
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 532-2108
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • County Clerk
    (715) 532-2100
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 532-2159
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 532-2150
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 532-2147
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 532-2139
    Birth, death and marriage certificates.
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 532-2189
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (888) 538-3031
  • Embrace
    Serves several counties. Find phone numbers on their website. Assistance in filing restraining orders, preparation for injunction court hearing and support during the hearing. Embrace also provides accompaniment advocacy to law enforcement and prosecution interviews, child forensic interviews, and work with survivors to help them understand their rights when navigating the civil and criminal court systems. Embrace can also assist with referrals to legal assistance programs.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Indianhead Community Action Agency
    Legal assistance for victims, including divorce, child custody and placement, restraining orders, unemployment compensation, fair housing.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 532-2108 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 532-2159 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases

St. Croix

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 386-4691
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 386-4630
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 381-4315
  • County Clerk
    (715) 386-4607
    Marriage licenses, domestic partnership information; elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 386-4658
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 386-4614
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 386-4619 Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 386-4652
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 381-4320
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants
  • Treatment court

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 372-2333
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Small Claims Mediation
    (715) 386-4636
  • St. Croix County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 386-4666 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases
  • St. Croix Valley Bar Free Legal Clinic
    (715) 246-3800 Attorneys on hand to meet with individuals for approximately 10 minutes to provide general information in the following areas of law: employment law, family law, landlord/tenant and small claims, criminal/traffic, estate planning/elder law/probate, real estate, business law, and debtor/creditor. Meets 2nd Wednesday of each month at the St. Croix Government Center at 6 p.m.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Turningpoint
    (715) 425-6751 Offers legal advocacy to victims of domestic and sexual abuse who are seeking legal support or assistance.

Sauk

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (608) 355-3238
    Includes contact information for genetic testing facilities.
  • Circuit Courts
  • Clerk of Courts
    (608) 355-3287
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (608) 355-3267
  • County Clerk
    (608) 355-3286
    Marriage licenses, domestic partnership information; elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • Criminal justice coordinating council
  • District Attorney
    (608) 355-3280
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (608) 355-3246
  • Register in Probate
    (608) 355-3226
    Information and procedures related to informal and formal probate, guardianship, adoption including foreign adoption and adoption of an adult, and termination of parental rights.
  • Register of Deeds
    (608) 355-3288
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (608) 356-4895
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 794-2372
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Hope House
    (608) 356-9123
    Volunteers assist individuals in obtaining temporary restraining orders and injunctions, preparation for pro se family law cases, and navigating the criminal justice system.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (608) 256-3304, (800) 362-3904. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Rise Law Center / Centro Legal Rise
    (608) 256-1015 Multilingual law office which provides direct representation to immigrants and refugees in immigration and family law, as well as protection orders. Immigration services are offered statewide.
  • Sauk County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 355-4357 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Sawyer

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 634-3173
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Circuit Court/Clerk of Courts/Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 634-4887
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • County Clerk
    (715) 634-4866 or (877) 699-4110
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • Criminal justice diversion program
    For first time and low risk offenders
  • District Attorney
    (715) 634-4097
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 634-7519 Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 634-4867
    Birth, marriage and death records; domestic partnership application and termination; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 634-4858
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 663-3607
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Indianhead Community Action Agency
    Legal assistance for victims, including divorce, child custody and placement, restraining orders, unemployment compensation, fair housing.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Court
    (715) 634-4886 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Shawano

Agencies

  • Child Support
    (715) 526-2190 Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Circuit Court Branch I
  • Circuit Court Branch II
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 526-9347
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 524-3181
  • County Clerk
    (715) 526-9150
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • Drug court
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 823-3176
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 526-8631
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 524-2129
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 526-7905
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants
  • Youth justice

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (855) 492-2372
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Shawano County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 526-4608 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.

Sheboygan

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (414) 615-2591
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Clerk of Courts
    (920) 459-3068
    FAQs concerning divorce and traffic citations. Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (920) 459-3093
  • County Clerk
    (920) 459-3003
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (920) 459-3040
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (920) 459-3102
  • Register in Probate
    (920) 459-3096
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (920) 459-3023
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (920) 459-3111
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants
  • Treatment court

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Foreclosure Mediation Program
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (920) 459-3063 or (920) 459-3094 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (800) 236-1128, (920) 233-6521. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters. Only homelessness prevention cases are taken in Waupaca County.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Salvation Army Legal Clinic
    Legal consultations are available at The Salvation Army every second and fourth Thursday of each month from 1:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sign in by 2 p.m. Located at 710 Pennsylvania Ave. (East entrance), Sheboygan.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 459-0380 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases

Taylor

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 748-1493
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Circuit Court
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 748-1425
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 748-9888
  • County Clerk
    (715) 748-1460
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 748-1450
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 229-2284
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 748-1435
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 748-1483
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (800) 343-2201
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 699-6704
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Indianhead Community Action Agency
    Legal assistance for victims, including divorce, child custody and placement, restraining orders, unemployment compensation, fair housing.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 748-1435 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Advocate Program
    (715) 748-3795
    Assist individuals in obtaining TRO/Injunctions in domestic abuse cases, and provide information and referral services.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Stepping Stones, Inc
    (715) 748-3795 Assists individuals in obtaining temporary restraining orders (TRO)/injunctions in domestic abuse cases, and provide information and referral services.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 748-1450 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.

Trempealeau

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 538-2311
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 538-2311 ext. 331 Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information; attorney roster
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 538-1823
  • County Clerk
    (715) 538-2311 ext. 201 Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 538-2311 ext. 421 or 279
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (608) 534-7420
  • Recovery Court
  • Register in Probate
    (608) 538-2311 ext. 238 Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 538-2311 ext. 244 Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 538-4351 County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 273-2001
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 538-2311 ext. 240 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (800) 873-0927, (855) 947-2529, (608) 785-2809. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 538-2311 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.

Vernon

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (608) 637-5335
  • Circuit Court/Clerk of Courts
    (608) 637-5340
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (608) 637-5377
  • County Clerk
    (608) 637-5380
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (608) 637-5357
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (608) 637-5364
  • Register in Probate
    (608) 637-5347
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (608) 637-5371
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (608) 637-2123
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants
  • Teen court

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    Local Phone: 608-637-5201
    Toll-Free Phone: 888-637-1323
  • CASA for Kids
    (608) 781-2783
    Provide court-based advocacy for children who are under court jurisdiction due to of abuse or neglect.
  • Center Point Counseling
    (608) 638-7420 Provides mediation services for family law cases.
  • Domestic Abuse Project Family & Children's Center
    (608) 637-7052 Provides a trained, experienced advocate for individuals experiencing domestic violence
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (608) 637-5340 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (800) 873-0927, (855) 947-2529, (608) 785-2809. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (608) 637-5359 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.

Vilas

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 479-3705
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Circuit Court
    (715) 479-3638
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 479-3632
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 479-3714
  • County Clerk
    (715) 479-3600
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 479-3614
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 369-6152
  • Juvenile court
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 479-3642
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 479-3660
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 479-4441
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 699-6704
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lac Du Flambeau Domestic Abuse Program
    (715) 588-7660
    Assist individuals in obtaining TRO/Injunctions in domestic abuse cases, and attend court proceedings with victims.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Tri-County Council on Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault, Inc.
    (800) 236-1222 or (715) 362-6841 Provides shelter, crisis intervention, and support services for victims of domestic abuse and sexual abuse and their families.
  • Tri-County Foreclosure Mediation Program
    (715) 369-6240 Assists homeowners facing a mortgage foreclosure action in Forest, Vilas, and Oneida Counties. Mediation is a confidential and voluntary process where the homeowner and the lender seeking to foreclose may discuss ways to resolve the foreclosure case, including reinstatement of the loan and modification of the loan terms.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 479-3614 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.

Walworth

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (262) 741-7100
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Circuit Court
  • Clerk of Courts
    (262) 741-7012
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (262) 741-7221
  • County Clerk
    (262) 741-4241
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (262) 741-7198
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (262) 741-7033
  • Register in Probate
    (262) 741-7014
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (262) 741-4233
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (262) 741-4400
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (800) 365-1587
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • IMPACT 2-1-1
    Dial 2-1-1 to learn about access to services and assistance in times of crisis.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (800) 242-5840, (855) 947-2529 Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Mortgage Foreclosure Program
    (262) 741-7012 Assists homeowners/borrowers whose 1, 2, 3 or 4-family owner-occupied residential property is the subject of a mortgage foreclosure action.
  • Rise Law Center / Centro Legal Rise
    (608) 256-1015 Multilingual law office which provides direct representation to immigrants and refugees in immigration and family law, as well as protection orders. Immigration services are offered statewide.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (262) 741-7194 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
  • Westlaw Access at University of Whitewater Library
    Westlaw is available to users in the library.

Washburn

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 468-4747
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Circuit Court Judge
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 468-4677
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 468-4622
  • County Clerk
    (715) 468-4600
    Marriage licenses, domestic partnership information; elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • Criminal justice coordination council
  • District Attorney
    (715) 468-4670
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 635-9081
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 468-4688
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 468-4616
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 468-4700
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (888) 538-3031
  • Embrace
    Serves several counties. Find phone numbers on their website. Assistance in filing restraining orders, preparation for injunction court hearing and support during the hearing. Embrace also provides accompaniment advocacy to law enforcement and prosecution interviews, child forensic interviews, and work with survivors to help them understand their rights when navigating the civil and criminal court systems. Embrace can also assist with referrals to legal assistance programs.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Indianhead Community Action Agency
    Legal assistance for victims, including divorce, child custody and placement, restraining orders, unemployment compensation, fair housing.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 468-4675 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.

Washington

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (262) 335-4377
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Clerk of Courts
    (262) 335-4341
    FAQs and information related to family court and mediation, name change, small claims, traffic & forfeiture citations, and jury duty. Brochures on types of restraining orders. Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • County Clerk
    (262) 335-4301 Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (262) 335-4311
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (262) 335-6820
  • Register in Probate
    (262) 335-4334
    Guidelines to procedure and forms for informal and formal probate; adoption, step parent adoption, adult adoption and foreign adoption; guardianship of a minor, guardianship of an incompetent, and foreign guardianship; juvenile restraining orders; termination of parental rights; and termination of testamentary trust. Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (262) 335-4318
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (262) 335-4378
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 306-3030
  • Family Law Assistance Program
    On certain Tuesday's from noon to 1:00 p.m., in room 1104 of the Justice Center, volunteer attorneys assist Washington County self represented family court litigants by providing forms, written instructions, and checklists. Walk-ins are welcome, and will be assisted on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Friends of Abused Families, Inc.
    (262) 334-5598 Offers 24-hour crisis line, shelter, one-on-one supportive counseling, support groups, legal advocacy, information and referral, community education and awareness.
  • IMPACT 2-1-1
    Dial 2-1-1 to learn about access to services and assistance in times of crisis.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (800) 236-1128, (920) 233-6521. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters. Only homelessness prevention cases are taken in Waupaca County.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Washington County Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (262) 335-4475 A source of information and support for victims of adult and juvenile crime. A mediator and advocate for victims of crime in the criminal justice system.

Waukesha

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (414) 615-2586
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Circuit Courts
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Clerk of Court
    (262) 970-6676 Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (262) 548-7432
  • County Clerk
    (262) 548-7010
    Marriage licenses, domestic partnership information; elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • Court Officials
  • District Attorney
    (262) 548-7076
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (262) 548-7446
  • Family Court Self Help Center
    Compiles family court information and gives an overview of legal services available.
  • Register in Probate
    (262) 548-7468
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (262) 548-7583
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    Non Emergency: (262) 446-5070, Business Office: (262) 548-7122 County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 677-2372
  • Family Legal Clinic
    (262) 548-7544 The center provides a public access computer and materials for legal research purposes, copy services (for a fee), and family court staff who provide assistance with court forms, procedural information, referrals to community and legal resources.
  • Foreclosure Mediation Program
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • IMPACT 2-1-1
    Dial 2-1-1 to learn about access to services and assistance in times of crisis.
  • Lawyer Referral and Information Service; Waukesha Co Bar Ass'n
    (262) 544-4016 Provides free over the phone referral service for anyone that has a legal question or is seeking to obtain legal counsel.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (888) 278-0633 Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • Rise Law Center / Centro Legal Rise
    (608) 256-1015 Multilingual law office which provides direct representation to immigrants and refugees in immigration and family law, as well as protection orders. Immigration services are offered statewide.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (262) 548-7071 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases. Mobile victim assistance program available.

Waupaca

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 258-6448
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Circuit Courts
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 258-6460
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 258-6446
  • County Clerk
    (715) 258-6200 Marriage licenses, domestic partnership information; elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 258-6444
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 258-6111
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 258-6429
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 258-6250
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 258-4466
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (866) 739-2372
  • CAP Services
    (800) 472-3377 Assistance for low-income individuals undergoing a family crisis and victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence.
  • Foreclosure Mediation Program
    Assists homeowners facing a mortgage foreclosure action in Waupaca County. Mediation is a confidential and voluntary process where you and the lender seeking to foreclose on your home may discuss ways to resolve your foreclosure case, including reinstatement of the loan and possible modification of the loan terms.
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Research, Appleton Public Library
    (920) 832-6173 Provides access to Westlaw on one computer and a collection of law-related books, including titles published by the State Bar of Wisconsin.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 258-6445 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.

Waushara

Agencies

  • Child Support Agency
    (920) 787-0400
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Circuit Court/Clerk of Courts/Register in Probate
    (920) 787-0441
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information. Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Corporation Counsel
    (920) 787-0409
  • County Clerk
    (920) 787-0442
    Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (920) 787-3375
  • Register of Deeds
    (920) 787-0444
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (920) 787-3321
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 883-5378.
  • CAP Services
    (800) 472-3377 Assistance for low-income individuals undergoing a family crisis and victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence.
  • Foreclosure Mediation Program
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (800) 236-1128, (920) 233-6521. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters. Only homelessness prevention cases are taken in Waupaca County.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 787-0410 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.

Winnebago

Agencies

  • Child Support
    (920) 236-4780
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Clerk of Courts
    (920) 236-4848
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (920) 236-4752
  • Corrections Division
    (920) 232-1900 Huber and GPS information. Jail rules and corrections FAQ.
  • County Clerk
    (920) 232-3430 Marriage licenses, elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (920) 236-4977 (Oshkosh)
    (920) 727-2880 (Neenah)
    Case handling guidelines, information and contacts for alternative sentencing programs, victim/witness resources, misdemeanor and felony case progressions.
  • Drug Court
    (920) 236-4622
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (920) 236-4791
  • Family Court Services
    (920) 236-4762
    Services to persons party to a divorce or paternity action.
  • Register in Probate
    (920) 236-4833
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (920) 232-3390 (Oshkosh); (920) 727-2880 (Neenah)
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Safe Streets Treatment Options Program
    (920) 236-4734 (Oshkosh) OR (920) 727-2881 ext. 4734 (Neenah)
  • Sheriff's Department
    (920) 236-7300 (Oshkosh); (920) 727-2888 (Neenah)
    County law enforcement; operation of the county jail; execution or service of legal documents including restraining orders, evictions, repossessions, and foreclosure sales; execution of criminal warrants

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (877) 886-2372
  • Christine Ann Domestic Abuse Services
    (800) 261-5998, (920) 235-5998
    Assist individuals in preparing and obtaining TRO/Injunctions, prepare individuals for court proceedings and testimony and attend court hearing with victims.
  • Conflict Resolution Center
    Oshkosh: (920) 236-4925, Neenah: (920) 727-2880 Can help mediate disputes involving small claims, neighbor problems, domestic problems, juvenile disputes, consumer/merchant issues, worksite problems, and personal or business relationship disputes.
  • Family Court Services
    (920) 236-4762 Family Court Services provides mediation services for parents who have disputes concerning child custody and placement issues. Referrals from the Family Court and mediation services are available to all parents who have a Winnebago County Family Court order, as the result of a divorce action or a paternity action.
  • Foreclosure Mediation
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (920) 236-4848 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • Legal Action of Wisconsin
    (855) 947-2529, (800) 236-1128, (920) 233-6521. Provides civil legal services for WI low-income persons. Assists people with legal issues involving family law, housing matters, public benefits, and consumer matters. Only homelessness prevention cases are taken in Waupaca County.
  • Legal Assistance Clinic
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (920) 236-4977 Provides information to victims about their rights and how to exercise their rights and about services.
  • Winnebago Conflict Resolution Center
    Mediation and conflict resolution.

Wood

Agencies

  • Adult drug treatment court
    A collaborative effort between Wood County courts, human services, district attorney, law enforcement, and public defender's office to promote recovery and provide court supervision
  • Child Support Agency
    (715) 421-8430
    Services to help you establish or enforce child support, set up income withholding, intercept income tax refunds, get liens against property, collect child support from a parent living in another state, and establish paternity. Child support lien docket
  • Circuit Court
  • Clerk of Courts
    (715) 421-8490; (715) 387-2521 (Marshfield)
    Court forms; court records for civil, criminal, family, traffic and ordinance cases; civil judgment and lien docket; pay fees online; jury information
  • Corporation Counsel
    (715) 421-8465
  • County Clerk
    (715) 421-8460
    Marriage licenses, domestic partnership information; elections and voter registration, and county government records
  • District Attorney
    (715) 421-8515
  • Family Court Commissioner
    (715) 697-3458
  • Register in Probate
    (715) 421-8523
    Adoptions, civil commitments, estates and trust, guardianship and probate
  • Register of Deeds
    (715) 421-8450
    Birth, marriage and death records; real estate records; termination of decedent's property interest; and register firm names
  • Sheriff's Department
    (715) 421-8715; (715) 387-3791 (Marshfield)

Legal Assistance Organizations

  • Aging and Disability Resource Center
    (888) 486-9545
  • Free Legal Answers Wisconsin
    Free to Wisconsin residents. Ask your legal question online and volunteer attorneys may answer your question through the website provided by the American Bar Association.
  • Judicare
    (800) 472-1638 Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Handles cases involving bankruptcy, social security and SSI, family law, health, housing, income maintenance, wills, and Indian law.
  • Language Assistance Program, Clerk of Circuit Court
    (715) 421-8520 The Language Assistance Plan serves to help ensure access to court services for persons with limited English proficiency (LEP). It also covers interpreter services to deaf and hard of hearing persons.
  • Lawyers for Learners
    Lawyers for Learners partners with colleges across Wisconsin to connect students and community members with free legal help. Virtual or in-person help may include criminal background and arrest records; records from civil and municipal court proceedings, such as retail theft citations and debt judgments; driver’s license recovery; rental housing issues; child support and family law issues; expungement, unemployment compensation, foreclosure, bankruptcy, victim of crime issues and consumer law. Fill out the form on their website to request an appointment.
  • LIFT Wisconsin
    Provides a legal tune up tool to search public data and help users resolve civil legal issues, fill out forms, and resolve issues with background check, criminal court records, and eviction court records.
  • Marquette Volunteer Legal Clinics
    Provides appointment-based services (some statewide) for nonprofit and small business help, adult guardianship, pardons, civil, and family issues. Some services may only be available in Milwaukee.
  • State Bar of Wisconsin Lawyer Referral and Information Service
    Request a referral to a Wisconsin attorney by calling (800) 362-9082.
  • Victim/Witness Assistance Program
    (715) 421-8580 Provides assistance, support and notification services to crime victims and witnesses in exercising their rights throughout the prosecution of criminal and juvenile cases.
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