New Hampshire Family Court Forms and Filing Resources

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New Hampshire publishes its own official family law forms, filing instructions, and self-help materials, but they are spread across several government sites. This page organizes the official New Hampshire sources in one place so you can go straight to the right court page for forms, e-filing, rules, and locations.

New Hampshire's core family statutes live in the New Hampshire RSA Chapter 458 - Divorce. Free court navigators can help you in person; call 1-855-212-1234.

How the New Hampshire court system handles family cases

Family cases in New Hampshire are heard in the Circuit Court, usually in the Family Division. New Hampshire family cases are heard in the Circuit Court's Family Division.

The Circuit Court Family Division sits across the state's counties.

New Hampshire's highest court is the New Hampshire Supreme Court. New Hampshire has no middle appeals court - appeals go straight to the Supreme Court.

Besides the judge, a Magistrate / Commissioner may handle parts of a family case. Besides the judge, a magistrate, commissioner, or referee may hear temporary orders, child support, and uncontested matters - usually subject to a judge's review.

Official New Hampshire resources

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New Hampshire state courts website (New Hampshire judicial branch): The official home of the New Hampshire court system, with statewide news, rules, and links to every court. https://www.courts.nh.gov

New Hampshire family law forms (New Hampshire judicial branch): The official statewide collection of family law forms published for New Hampshire cases. Start here when you need the current version of a form. https://www.courts.nh.gov/forms/family-division

New Hampshire self-help resources (New Hampshire courts self-help): Official self-help information for people handling their own New Hampshire family case, including instructions and plain-language guides. https://www.courts.nh.gov/self-help

NH e-Filing (TurboCourt for self-represented, File & Serve for attorneys) (Tyler Technologies): New Hampshire only e-files certain case types. People without a lawyer use TurboCourt for things like name changes, guardianship, small claims, and estates, but divorce and parenting cases are still filed on paper at the Family Division. https://www.courts.nh.gov/resources/electronic-services

NH court locations (find your courthouse) (New Hampshire judicial branch): Find the courthouse or clerk that serves your county, with locations and contact details. https://www.courts.nh.gov/court-locations

New Hampshire rules of procedure (New Hampshire judicial branch): The court rules that control deadlines, service, and how family cases move in New Hampshire. https://www.courts.nh.gov/rules

New Hampshire mediation and dispute resolution (New Hampshire judicial branch): Official information on mediation and alternative dispute resolution options for New Hampshire family cases. https://www.courts.nh.gov/adr

New Hampshire financial affidavit and disclosure forms (courts.nh.gov): The official source for the financial disclosure paperwork most New Hampshire family cases ask for. https://www.courts.nh.gov/resources/court-forms

New Hampshire child support guideline resources (courts.nh.gov): Official New Hampshire child support guideline materials, worksheets, or calculators. https://www.courts.nh.gov/resources/child-support-guidelines

NH Case Access Portal (Odyssey) (New Hampshire courts): Look up existing case records. Access is listed as free and the system is organized statewide. https://odypa.nhecourt.us/portal

Frequently used official New Hampshire forms

These links open official New Hampshire government form documents directly. Courts revise forms, so if a direct link stops working, use the statewide forms collection above to find the current version.

Petition for Divorce / Civil Union Dissolution (NHJB-2059), form NHJB-2059 (Divorce / Dissolution), official document: https://www.courts.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt471/files/documents/2021-04/nhjb-2059-f.pdf

Financial Affidavit (NHJB-2065), form NHJB-2065 (Financial Disclosure), official document: https://www.courts.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt471/files/documents/2021-04/nhjb-2065-f.pdf

Petition for Divorce / Civil Union Dissolution, Individual (NHJB-2057-F), form NHJB-2057-F (Divorce / Dissolution), official document: https://www.courts.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt471/files/documents/2021-04/nhjb-2057-f.pdf

Parenting Plan (NHJB-2064-F), form NHJB-2064-F (Child Custody / Parenting), official document: https://www.courts.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt471/files/documents/2021-04/nhjb-2064-f.pdf

Parenting Petition (NHJB-2061-F), form NHJB-2061-F (Child Custody / Parenting), official document: https://www.courts.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt471/files/documents/2021-04/nhjb-2061-f.pdf

Child Support Guidelines Worksheet (NHJB-2101-FP), form NHJB-2101-FP (Child Support), official document: https://www.courts.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt471/files/documents/2021-04/nhjb-2101-fp.pdf

Petition to Change Court Order (NHJB-2062-F), form NHJB-2062-F (Modification), official document: https://www.courts.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt471/files/documents/2021-04/nhjb-2062-f.pdf

Petition for Contempt (NHJB-2199-F), form NHJB-2199-F (Contempt / Enforcement), official document: https://www.courts.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt471/files/documents/2021-04/nhjb-2199-f.pdf

Petition for Parental Rights and Responsibilities (NHJB-2060-F), form NHJB-2060-F (Child Custody / Parenting), official document: https://www.courts.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt471/files/documents/2021-04/nhjb-2060-f.pdf

Filing fees: Divorce filing fee: ~$252.

E-filing link data for New Hampshire was last verified June 2026. Report anything outdated through our contact page and we will re-check the official source.

Frequently asked questions

Where do I find official New Hampshire family court forms?

The official statewide source is the New Hampshire judicial branch forms collection linked on this page. Always download forms from the official site so you have the current version, and check whether your county adds local forms or cover sheets.

Can I e-file my own family case in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire only e-files certain case types. People without a lawyer use TurboCourt for things like name changes, guardianship, small claims, and estates, but divorce and parenting cases are still filed on paper at the Family Division. Free court navigators can help you in person; call 1-855-212-1234.

How much does it cost to file a family case in New Hampshire?

Divorce filing fee: ~$252. If you cannot afford the fee, ask the clerk about a fee waiver or indigency application; every state has a process for requesting one.

Which court hears family cases in New Hampshire?

Family cases in New Hampshire are heard in the Circuit Court, usually in the Family Division. New Hampshire family cases are heard in the Circuit Court's Family Division.