In King County solving a family law legal problem often involves arbitration, filing forms with the proper court, and sometimes appearing before a judge. The legal process can be complicated so it is recommended that you click on the “information center” to learn about the area(s) of law where you need help. Below you will find all of the information you need to figure out how to solve your legal problem. Right now only information and instructions on “Ending the Marriage” are on this website. However, more family law areas will be added soon. In the meantime, if you have a family law issue other than one relating to “Ending the Marriage” click here to go to the NW Justice Project website; the website provides instructions and guides for many family law issues.

Information Center: Click here to learn about the area of law that you need assistance in. The information center will teach you the vocabulary and the basic information you need to know to file a legal action; you will learn what you need to do to solve your legal problem. The information provided in the information center comes in large part from the NW Justice Project website.

Forms and Instructions: The primary step in solving your legal problem will likely require filing forms with a King County court. Courts follow judicial procedures and rules. In order to start an action or to file a motion you may need to prepare court forms. This link will inform you about what forms you will need to fill out, how to fill out the forms, how to set up a hearing with the proper Court, and the basics of the legal process.

Legal Services: Some legal problems may be too complicated to complete on your own. Fortunately, King County has a lot of free legal services: classes, informational sessions, and legal advice. Click here for more information on who to contact for free legal services.