Clarissa Williams DuMontier, Child Support Attorney in Appleton, Wisconsin
Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Child Support and General · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
MemberatClarissa W. DuMontier
Appleton, WI
Practicing child support in Appleton since 1982.
- 44+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Clarissa Williams DuMontier is a member based in Appleton, WI. The practice focuses on Child Support and General. Clarissa has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clarissa W. DuMontier. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Appleton, WI
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- Child Support · General
- Handles Child Support and General matters from Appleton, WI.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About Clarissa Williams DuMontier: Clarissa Williams DuMontier is a member based in Appleton, WI. The practice focuses on Child Support and General. Clarissa has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clarissa W. DuMontier. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Clarissa's practice areas in Appleton
Clarissa concentrates on child support and general. Each area below outlines the kind of case Clarissa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Child Support cases in Appleton, Wisconsin
Clarissa takes child support matters in Appleton, Wisconsin. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Clarissa agrees to represent you.
General cases in Appleton, Wisconsin
Clarissa takes general matters in Appleton, Wisconsin. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Clarissa agrees to represent you.
Biography
Clarissa Williams DuMontier, child support attorney serving Appleton
Clarissa Williams DuMontier is a member based in Appleton, WI. The practice focuses on Child Support and General. Clarissa has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Clarissa W. DuMontier. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review. Clarissa works from Appleton, Wisconsin and takes on child support matters across the region.
Atty. Clarissa Williams DuMontier is a lawyer practicing child support, guardian ad litem. Clarissa received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri-Columbia in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years. Clarissa practices at Clarissa W. DuMontier in Appleton, WI.
Working with Clarissa on a child support matter
Atty. Clarissa Williams DuMontier is a lawyer practicing child support, guardian ad litem. Clarissa received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri-Columbia in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years. Clarissa practices at Clarissa W. DuMontier in Appleton, WI.
Clients Clarissa works with
Clarissa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for child support and general matters in Appleton and the surrounding Wisconsin area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Clarissa studied and practices
University of Missouri-Columbia
J.D. · 1982
University of Missouri-Columbia
B.S. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Clarissa's state bar admissions
Wisconsin
2001 · ACTIVE
Missouri
1982 · ACTIVE
Clarissa studied at J.D. in University of Missouri-Columbia and B.S. in University of Missouri-Columbia.
Law school and academic background
Clarissa completed J.D. in University of Missouri-Columbia and B.S. in University of Missouri-Columbia. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Clarissa runs in Wisconsin is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Clarissa's legal honors and published work
Clarissa has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
Clarissa's professional memberships and bar associations
Boone County and Cooper County Bar Associations The Missouri Bar Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys
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Locations
Office locations for Clarissa Williams DuMontier in Appleton, Wisconsin
Clarissa's primary office is at Appleton, WI, 54912. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Clarissa Williams DuMontier — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Clarissa. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing child support attorneys in Appleton.
4.4
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How to hire Clarissa Williams DuMontier — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new child support attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Clarissa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Clarissa charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Clarissa's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Clarissa will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a child support attorney in Appleton, Wisconsin
A short list to run through before you commit: How many child support matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Clarissa
Clarissa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in child support practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every child support matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Clarissa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Clarissa's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many child support practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Clarissa Williams DuMontier
How much does it cost to hire Clarissa for a child support case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Clarissa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Clarissa offer a free consultation?
Clarissa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Clarissa's office. Some child support attorneys offer free consults — check Clarissa's current terms during booking.
How long do child support cases in Wisconsin typically take?
Simple child support matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Clarissa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Clarissa take my case if I'm outside Appleton?
Clarissa is licensed in Wisconsin. Matters governed by Wisconsin law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Clarissa will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Clarissa?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Clarissa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Clarissa accepting new child support clients right now?
Clarissa's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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