Montana · District Court — Family Division
Montana family court, without the confusion.
Montana District Court handles dissolution of marriage, custody, child support, and orders of protection.
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 Montana requires — before you file
1
90-day residency. You or your spouse must have lived in Montana for at least 90 days before filing for dissolution.
2
20-day waiting period. Montana requires at least 20 days from service before a dissolution decree can enter.
3
Financial disclosure required. Both parties must provide financial information.
Montana says 'dissolution of marriage' not divorce, and uses 'parenting plan' for custody arrangements.
All 10 Montana Counties
Montana family law forms are filed in the county District Court where you or the respondent lives.
Yellowstone
Missoula
Cascade
Gallatin
Lewis and Clark
Flathead
Silver Bow
Ravalli
Lake
Hill