Legal Services We Provide for Brookfield, WI
Family law matters are rarely one-size-fits-all. Every family has different priorities, financial concerns, parenting goals, and personal circumstances. The firm provides tailored legal strategies designed to help clients pursue fair and sustainable outcomes.
Divorce
Attorney Knutson helps clients throughout Brookfield understand their rights and responsibilities while guiding them through each stage of the divorce process. From negotiated settlements to contested litigation, the goal is always to pursue practical solutions while minimizing unnecessary conflict whenever possible.
Custody & Placement
The firm assists parents with parenting plans, shared placement schedules, sole custody matters, modifications of existing orders, relocation issues, enforcement of custody issues, and more. Attorney Knutson understands the emotional weight these matters carry and works to help parents protect meaningful relationships with their children.
Child Support
We assist clients with such cases as initial child support determinations, support modifications, enforcement actions, income disputes, shared-placement calculations, post-judgment support issues, and others. Clear financial planning and careful legal guidance are essential when addressing support matters that may affect a family for years to come.
Maintenance & Alimony
Maintenance, sometimes referred to as alimony or spousal support, can become one of the most contested issues during a divorce. Wisconsin courts evaluate several factors when determining whether maintenance is appropriate, including the length of the marriage, earning capacity, education, health, and financial circumstances of each spouse.
Speak with a Longstanding Presence in the Brookfield Community
Attorney Mark S. Knutson has deep roots in southeastern Wisconsin. A native of nearby New Berlin, he returned to Wisconsin after law school and has spent decades serving individuals and families throughout the region.
If you’re facing difficult family law issues, have a conversation with someone who understands the emotional impacts as well as the law.
What to Expect During the Family Law Process
Expect to be treated with dignity and respect while Mark Knutson develops a strong strategy for your case.
Initial Consultation
Every situation begins with understanding your concerns, priorities, and goals. During the consultation process, you can discuss the legal issues you’re facing and gain a clearer understanding of potential next steps.
Strategy & Planning
Family law decisions often have long-term consequences. The firm works with clients to develop practical legal strategies that align with both immediate needs and future objectives.
Negotiation & Resolution
Whenever possible, resolving disputes efficiently and respectfully can help reduce stress and preserve important family relationships. Many matters can be resolved through thoughtful negotiation and careful planning.
Litigation When Necessary
Some disputes require courtroom advocacy. When litigation becomes necessary, clients benefit from experienced representation focused on protecting their rights and presenting their case effectively before the court.

Why Clients Throughout Brookfield Choose The Law Offices of Mark S. Knutson

More Than Four Decades of Legal Experience
Attorney Knutson’s decades of experience provide clients with knowledgeable guidance grounded in practical legal strategy and real-world perspective.
Professional & Compassionate Representation
Divorce and custody disputes can quickly become emotionally exhausting. The firm believes clients deserve legal counsel that’s both strong and empathetic. Every case is approached with professionalism, respect, and careful attention to each client’s goals.
Deep Knowledge of Wisconsin Family Courts
Attorney Knutson is admitted to practice in all Wisconsin state courts as well as the U.S. District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Wisconsin. His longstanding involvement in the Wisconsin legal community provides valuable insight into the state’s family law system and procedures.
About Mark S. Knutson

Attorney Mark S. Knutson has deep roots in southeastern Wisconsin. A native of nearby New Berlin, he returned to Wisconsin after law school and has spent decades serving individuals and families throughout the region.
After graduating from Loyola University Chicago School of Law in 1978, Attorney Knutson began practicing law in Wisconsin before eventually establishing his own firm in Brookfield in 1994.
Over the course of his career, his practice has remained centered on divorce and family law while also providing broad legal experience across litigation, estate planning, contracts, and related legal matters. Clients benefit from both his extensive courtroom experience and his steady, thoughtful approach to problem-solving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Serving Brookfield & Surrounding Wisconsin Communities
For decades, Mark Knutson has provided trusted family law representation to individuals and families throughout Brookfield and southeastern Wisconsin with professionalism, integrity, and compassion. Our firm proudly serves clients throughout:
