Washington Family Court Forms and Filing Resources

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Washington 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 Washington sources in one place so you can go straight to the right court page for forms, e-filing, rules, and locations.

Washington's core family statutes live in the Revised Code of Washington Title 26 - Domestic Relations. Divorce and custody cases are filed in Superior Court, so check your county clerk's website to see if e-filing is offered there. Paper filing with the county clerk always works.

How the Washington court system handles family cases

Family cases in Washington are heard in the Superior Court, usually in the Family Law. Washington's Superior Court hears all divorce and custody cases.

There is one Superior Court per county - 39 in all.

Appeals from a family case generally go first to the Washington Court of Appeals, and the state's highest court is the Washington Supreme Court.

Besides the judge, a Court Commissioner may handle parts of a family case. Court Commissioners hear temporary orders, child support, and many family matters.

Official Washington resources

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

Washington family law forms (Washington judicial branch): The official statewide collection of family law forms published for Washington cases. Start here when you need the current version of a form. https://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/?fa=forms.contribute&formID=31

Washington self-help resources (Washington courts self-help): Official self-help information for people handling their own Washington family case, including instructions and plain-language guides. https://www.courts.wa.gov/newsinfo/?fa=newsinfo.self_help

eFileWA (participating counties) plus county systems (Multiple): Washington has no single statewide rule: each county decides whether and how you can e-file. The official eFileWA portal serves a growing list of courts and is open to people without lawyers, while big counties like King run their own systems. https://efilewa.tylertech.cloud/OfsEfsp/ui/landing

WA court directory (Washington judicial branch): Find the courthouse or clerk that serves your county, with locations and contact details. https://www.courts.wa.gov/court_dir/

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

Washington mediation and dispute resolution (Washington judicial branch): Official information on mediation and alternative dispute resolution options for Washington family cases. https://www.courts.wa.gov/programs_orgs/pos_adr

Washington financial affidavit and disclosure forms (courts.wa.gov): The official source for the financial disclosure paperwork most Washington family cases ask for. https://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/?fa=forms.static&staticID=14

Washington child support guideline resources (courts.wa.gov): Official Washington child support guideline materials, worksheets, or calculators. https://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/?fa=forms.contribute&formID=15

Washington Courts Search Case Records (Washington courts): Look up existing case records. Access is listed as free and the system is organized mixed. https://dw.courts.wa.gov/

Frequently used official Washington forms

These links open official Washington 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 / Dissolution (FL Divorce 201), form FL Divorce 201 (Divorce / Dissolution), official document: https://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/documents/FL%20Divorce%20201%20Petition%20for%20Divorce_2023%2001.pdf

Financial Declaration (FL All Family 131), form FL All Family 131 (Financial Disclosure), official document: https://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/documents/FL%20All%20Family%20131%20Financial%20Declaration_2016%2009%2026.pdf

Child Support Worksheets (WSCSS Worksheets), form WSCSS (Child Support), official document: https://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/documents/WSCSS_Worksheets_2026_01.pdf

Response to Petition about a Marriage (FL Divorce 211), form FL Divorce 211 (Divorce / Dissolution), official document: https://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/documents/FL%20Divorce%20211%20Response%20to%20Pt%20about%20a%20Marriage_2023%2010.pdf

Findings and Conclusions About a Marriage (FL Divorce 231), form FL Divorce 231 (Final Judgment / Final Orders), official document: https://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/documents/FL%20Divorce%20231%20Findings-Conclusions-Marriage_2023%2007%2001.pdf

Final Divorce Order, Dissolution Decree (FL Divorce 241), form FL Divorce 241 (Final Judgment / Final Orders), official document: https://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/documents/FL%20Divorce%20241%20Final%20Divorce%20Order_2020%2003.pdf

Parenting Plan (FL All Family 140), form FL All Family 140 (Child Custody / Parenting), official document: https://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/documents/FL%20All%20Family%20140%20Parenting%20Plan.pdf

Child Support Order (FL All Family 130), form FL All Family 130 (Child Support), official document: https://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/documents/FL%20All%20Family%20130%20Child%20Support%20Order_2021%2002.pdf

Petition to Decide Parentage (FL Parentage 301), form FL Parentage 301 (Paternity), official document: https://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/documents/FL%20Parentage%20301%20Petition%20to%20Decide%20Parentage_2025_07.pdf

Petition for Protection Order (PO 001), form PO 001 (Domestic Violence), official document: https://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/documents/PO%20001%20Petition%20for%20Protection%20Order_2024_01.pdf

Filing fees: Dissolution filing fee: ~$314.

E-filing link data for Washington 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 Washington family court forms?

The official statewide source is the Washington 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 Washington?

Washington has no single statewide rule: each county decides whether and how you can e-file. The official eFileWA portal serves a growing list of courts and is open to people without lawyers, while big counties like King run their own systems. Divorce and custody cases are filed in Superior Court, so check your county clerk's website to see if e-filing is offered there. Paper filing with the county clerk always works.

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

Dissolution filing fee: ~$314. 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 Washington?

Family cases in Washington are heard in the Superior Court, usually in the Family Law. Washington's Superior Court hears all divorce and custody cases.