Waa'ehi Hocira
Ho-Chunk Nation Trial Court
Physical Address: W9598 Hwy 54 E
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 70
Black River Falls, WI 54615
Phone: (715)284-2722 | Fax: (715)284-3136
Toll Free: (800)434-4070
Waa'ehi Hocira
Traditional Court
Supreme Court
Trial Court
Healing to Wellness Court
Mission
The Judiciary shall have the power to interpret and apply the Constitution and the laws of the Ho-Chunk Nation. CONSTITUTION OF THE HO-CHUNK NATION Art. VII, § 4. The Trial Court has original jurisdiction over all cases and controversies, both criminal and civil.
Vision
To develop and maintain a stable, capable and professional workforce that will support the Nation’s Judiciary branch as it grows to address Constitutional responsibilities and the justice system needs of the Nation.
Business Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Upcoming Holiday:
Monday, September 7th, 2026
(Labor Day)
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Phone: (715)284-2722Quick Links
Trial Court Cases and Services
Case Types:
Children's Trust Fund
Civil Garnishment
Citation
Custody and Placement
Criminal
Child Support
CS Foreign Judgment
Civil
Domestic Violence
Elder Protection
Divorce w/minor Children & w/out Minor Children
Adult Guardianship
Incompetent Trust Fund
Juvenile
Juvenile Guardianship
Paternity
Probate
Third Party Guardianship
Document Filing
Documents may be filed in-person or electronically by sending to courtfilings@ho-chunk.com
Documents filed or sent to any other email address will not be considered officially filed.
CLERK OF COURT AND STAFF ARE NOT ALLOWED TO GIVE LEGAL ADVICE.
Legal questions should be directed to your attorney.
Any questions on forms, filing or the process, can be directed by calling the courts (715)284-2722
Interested in practicing in the Ho-Chunk Nation Courts?
RULES FOR ADMISSION TO PRACTICE IN THE COURTS OF THE HO-CHUNK NATION
Exam information, can be obtained by reaching out to the Tribal Court (715)284-2722
January 22, 2026 - AI Rules
In Re Adoption of Revised Rules of Appellate and Civil Procedure
Rules of Appellate Procedure
Rules of Civil Procedure
Full list of the Ho-Chunk Nation's Judicial Rules can be found here:
https://ho-chunknation.com/government/judicial-branch/judicial-rules/
Community Resources
Assistance for Families and Friends in Need
In an effort to help our tribal and community members, whom are struggling to feed their families and loved ones, the Judiciary has set up an area, a food pantry, for dry and can goods. If you wish to donate items, please bring to the Tribal Courts. If you are in need of items, please stop in.
For additional support, contact USDA's Hunger Hotline. The Hunger Hotline connects callers with emergency food providers in their community, government assistance programs, and various social services. 1-866-3-HUNGRY (1-866-348-6479) or 1-877-8-HASMBRE (for Spanish). Monday-Friday, 8am-9pm.
Additional Resources:
Food Distribution Program 2025 Income Standards
Affected by the Loss of the SNAP Benefits?
Friends Sharing Food – Jackson County
WI County Housing and Food Assistance
Resources – Wisconsin Dells and Nekoosa
To Obtain Food Vouchers from Marshfield Clinic
