How do I determine how much alimony I will have to pay?

In Wisconsin, there is no formula. Rather there are certain purposes, set out in published decisions of appellate courts. One goal is to have the spouses live as much as possible at the same standard of living as before the divorce. Another is 'rehabilitation,' that is, to help the lower-earning spouse obtain the training or education s/he needs to earn a decent living. It goes without saying that the greater the disparity in income, and earning capacity, and the longer the marriage, the more you will have to pay.

Alimony is negotiable and is also considered an equalizer. My suggestion is that if you want to do it yourself, without an attorney or mediator, you ask the Court Clerk to point you in the correct direction or do the research yourself on-line.

There is no formula, total discretion of the Judge.

There is no simply calculation and everyone doesn't have to pay alimony.

At least in Nebraska there is no specific calculation. It is based on the needs of your spouse, what she or he contributed to the marriage, the need for rehabilitation, and so forth.