WISCONSIN DIVORCE AND FAMILY LAW: DO I HAVE TO PAY CHILD SUPPORT FOR MY CHILD’S COLLEGE EXPENSES?

Wisconsin law does not require parents to pay any support to a child after he/she graduates high school.   Separated parents can, if they wish, agree to support children after they reach majority, usually through agreements requiring payment of college expenses.   This is certainly a laudable goal.  However, it is difficult to plan for such considerable expenses far in the future.  For example, if a parent’s income decreases, he/she will likely still be liable to pay a child’s college expenses, if the divorce or other separation agreement so states.   Agreements to support an adult child, even through college, must be very carefully drafted and specified.   I have included these type of provisions in separation agreements, and would be happy to consult with any parent considering this option.   I strongly urge any parent considering such an agreement to call me for a discussion of the pros and cons.

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Stephanie Thompson, Estate Planning Attorney of Krueger Hernandez & Thompson SC

As the owner of Krueger Hernandez & Thompson SC, it is Stephanie’s mission to address each client’s goals for their estate plan. By identifying their wishes and concerns she can educate, guide, and counsel on the different tools and options that will effectively and efficiently accomplish those goals.

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