Appealing Wisconsin Family Court Commissioner Order
Any party has the right to file a review of a court commissioner’s order or can request a new hearing by filing a de novo motion for review. The difference between the two is that a motion filed simply as a review is really just requesting that a judge decide whether the commissioner properly exercised his or her discretion. On the other hand, in a de novo motion for review, you will be entitled to a new hearing, which can result in a completely different outcome depending on the court’s findings.
De Novo Motion for Review Hearings
If you go the de novo review route, recent case law holds that a ‘full’ evidentiary hearing is in the best interest of all parties to avoid appeals or reversals. Any new evidence or issues that have come up since the initial hearing may be heard providing an important opportunity to present newly discovered or overlooked information that may help your case.
Although rules vary from county to county, filing a de novo motion for review of a family court commissioner’s order is often subject to a strict timeline and may require certain documents to accompany the filing. It is important to check on the local court rules to ensure you are in compliance with the requirements.
Contact a Divorce Lawyer With Decades of Wisconsin Family Court Experience
If you have questions regarding a Wisconsin divorce or the process of appealing Wisconsin family court commissioner orders, contact the Waukesha and Brookfield family law offices of Probst Law Offices S.C. for more information today at 414-210-3135.