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Washburn County Circuit Court
Washburn County Courthouse
10 4th Avenue, PO Box 339
Shell Lake, WI 54871
10 4th Avenue, PO Box 339
Shell Lake, WI 54871
Phone: 715-468-4677
Fax: 715-468-4678
Fax: 715-468-4678
Online Court Resources
Resources for the Washburn County Circuit Court as well as online resources applicable to courts generally in Washburn County, Wisconsin, and resources applicable to all courts in Wisconsin.
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Wisconsin Circuit Court Cases
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Wisconsin Circuit Court Calendars
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Wisconsin Statewide Circuit Court Forms
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Self help, legal research, general information
Foreclosure Prevention Resources
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Wisconsin Circuit Court Rules
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Wisconsin Housing and Foreclosure Mediation
View information about the Wisconsin Foreclosure Mediation Network, which can help homeowners avoid foreclosure, and assist in landlord-tenant and eviction disputes. Links to forms, application procedures by location, program rules, and additional resources are also provided.
Criminal Record Expungement Information
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Child Support Services
The Wisconsin Department of Children and Families provides information about child support establishment and enforcement, modification, and payments. Links to additional resources and forms are provided.
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The Wisconsin State Law Library offers information about a variety of legal topics, including civil, criminal, family, and probate matters. An online Learning Center, research assistance, and contact information are also available.
Legal Information and Legal Resources
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Problem-Solving Court Information
Wisconsin problem-solving courts provide treatment programs in lieu of jail for some offenders. Examples include veterans court, mental health court, and adult and juvenile drug courts.
Self-Help Resources
The State Bar of Wisconsin offers several online self-help services, including answers to frequently asked legal questions, information about legal education and resources, and assistance with finding a lawyer.
Self-Representation in Court
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Traffic and Motor Vehicle Information
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation offers safety, consumer protection, and regulations for motorists, pedestrians, and operators of commercial vehicles.
Wisconsin Adoption Records Search Guide
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Wisconsin Small Claims Guide
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Wisconsin State Statutes
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Legal aid, free services, lawyer referral
Northern Wisconsin Judicare Legal Services
Judicare offers legal assistance to residents of northern Wisconsin. Eligibility is based on either low-income status or membership in a Native American tribe.
Find Attorney Discipline Records
View lists of publicly disciplined lawyers and pending disciplinary complaints, from the Wisconsin Office of Lawyer Regulation.
Find Wisconsin Legal Assistance
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Free Legal Assistance
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Lawyer Referral and Information Services
The State Bar of Wisconsin offers a legal information hotline, lawyer referral service, and reduced-cost services for income eligible individuals. Additional legal assistance programs are available for active military, veterans, and first responders.
Wisconsin Attorney Complaint Information
View information about how to make a complaint against an attorney by filing a formal grievance. Grievances may be filed by telephone, mail, or electronic mail. The grievance form and filing instructions, FAQs, and a "Grievances Involving Wisconsin Lawyers" pamphlet are available by link.
Wisconsin State Bar Association - Lawyer Directory
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Wisconsin State Law Library
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Wisconsin State Public Defender
Find information about the Wisconsin State Public Defender's Office, a state agency that provides legal representation to indigent clients.
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