Alaska · Superior Court — Family Division
Alaska family court, without the confusion.
Alaska Superior Court handles divorce, custody, child support, and domestic violence protective orders. Alaska is a large state — e-filing is available and practical for residents far from the courthouse.
We walk you through exactly what to fill out, in plain English, and produce the forms ready to sign and file.
Where do you need help?
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Divorce / Dissolution of Marriage
Start or respond to a divorce case. Covers petition, financial disclosure, and the complete filing packet.
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Child Custody / Parenting Time
Establish custody and parenting time when you were never married or as part of a divorce.
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Modify Custody or Parenting Time
Change an existing custody or parenting time order when circumstances have significantly changed.
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Child Support
Establish or modify a child support order.
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Establish Paternity
Legally establish parentage when the parents were not married.
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Protective Order
Get an emergency order to protect yourself or your children from domestic violence or harassment.
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Relocation (Moving with Children)
Request court approval to move with your children, or oppose a move.
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Enforce a Court Order
Bring the other party back to court when they are violating an existing order.
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Name Change
Change your name or your child's name through the court.
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Spousal Support / Alimony
Request or respond to a request for spousal support or alimony.
What Alaska requires — before you file
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180-day residency. You or your spouse must have lived in Alaska for at least 180 days before filing for divorce.
2
No mandatory waiting period. Alaska has no statutory waiting period for uncontested divorce.
3
Financial disclosure required. Both parties must exchange financial information covering income, assets, and debts.
Alaska uses 'legal custody' and 'physical custody.' The court strongly encourages shared custody arrangements when both parents are fit and willing.
All 10 Alaska Boroughs
Alaska family law forms are filed in the Superior Court for the borough or judicial district where you or the other party lives.
Anchorage
Fairbanks North Star
Matanuska-Susitna
Kenai Peninsula
Juneau
Ketchikan Gateway
Sitka
Kodiak Island
Bethel
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