In Wisconsin, a guardian represented by an attorney or a guardian ad litem may settle a child's claim only with court approval. If the award is $50,000 or less and there is no guardian of the child's estate, the court may fix expenses and fees and direct the recovery to the clerk of court. Enter the settlement, fee and bills to see which route applies.
Enter the amount, the fee, costs and bills, and the child's age.
Wisconsin's approval rule is Wis. Stat. 807.10, and its $50,000 line comes from the small-estate amount in 867.03. The tolling rule is 893.16 and the deadline 893.54.
See why a court approves a child's settlement, how the clerk of court and guardians hold the money, and how the court allows attorney fees in a child's case.
A local personal injury attorney can review your claim — many offer a free consultation.
This is an estimate for general guidance only and is not legal advice. Figures are based on the cited Wisconsin statutes. Confirm how these rules apply to your specific case with a licensed Wisconsin attorney.