Wisconsin Conversion of Legal Separation to Divorce Instructions is a set of instructions that allows for couples who are legally separated in the state of Wisconsin to convert their separation into a divorce. This process can be done without the need for a court hearing. The instructions for conversion of legal separation to divorce in Wisconsin include: 1. File a Petition for Conversion of Legal Separation to Divorce: The petitioner (the person filing for the conversion) must file a Petition for Conversion of Legal Separation to Divorce with their local family court. The form must include the reasons for the conversion, such as irreconcilable differences. 2. Serve the Petition: The petitioner must then serve the petition to the other party. 3. Waiver of Service: The other party must sign a Waiver of Service, stating that they have been served with the petition and do not need to be served in person. 4. File the Waiver of Service: Once the Waiver of Service has been signed, the petitioner must file it with the court. 5. File the Conversion Order: Once the Waiver of Service has been filed, the petitioner must file the Conversion Order with the court. This order officially converts the legal separation to a divorce. 6. Finalize the Divorce: Once the Conversion Order has been filed, the divorce is finalized. The petitioner and the respondent must both sign the divorce decree, and the court will issue the decree.