Washington · Superior Court — Family Law Division
Washington family court, without the confusion.
Washington Superior Court handles dissolution of marriage, parenting plans, child support, and domestic violence protection orders.
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 Washington requires — before you file
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90-day residency. You or your spouse must have lived in Washington for at least 90 days before filing for dissolution.
2
90-day waiting period. Washington requires at least 90 days from the date of service before a dissolution decree can enter.
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Financial disclosure required. Both parties must exchange financial declarations covering income, assets, and debts.
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Parenting plan required if children. All Washington cases involving minor children require a parenting plan.
Washington says 'dissolution of marriage' not divorce, and uses 'parenting plan' and 'residential schedule' instead of custody and visitation. Washington is a community property state.
All 15 Washington Counties
Washington family law forms are filed in the county Superior Court where you or the respondent lives.
King
Pierce
Snohomish
Spokane
Clark
Thurston
Kitsap
Whatcom
Benton
Skagit
Yakima
Cowlitz
Grant
Island
Lewis