Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for Marin County, California:
- Where to file for child custody in Marin County
- How to find or contact the Marin County Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find Marin County child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in Marin County, California
In Marin County, child custody is handled by the Marin County Superior Court
NAME OF COURT
Marin County Superior Court
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
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COURT PHONE NUMBER
COURT EMAIL ADDRESS
familylaw@marincourt.org
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
Marin County Superior Court, Family Law Division
Marin County Civic Center
3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 113
San Rafael, CA 94903
If you don't have a lawyer, the Marin Family Court offers programs to help you understand court forms, procedures, and what is happening in court hearings. When possible, the family court also provides services for people whose first language is not English. The Legal Self Help Services office is located in the Civic Center Hall of Justice, Room C-27. For hours, see below.
COURTHOUSE HOURS
Family Court Clerk:
Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. excluding court holidaysLegal Self Help Services:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
To ensure the office can serve you, you must arrive no later than 45 minutes before closing time.COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
No Childcare Available
Marin County Child Custody Forms & Fees
California Child Custody Forms Used in Marin County
https://www.courts.ca.gov/1192
Marin County Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
If you can't afford Marin County Superior Court filing fees, contact the court's office of Legal Self Help Services for information about a fee waiver.
Get Help With California Child Custody
Before you file legal papers, take some time to familiarize yourself with the resouces offered by your local court. Most courts now offer at least some materials and forms to help you understand and manage your child custody case. Even if you plan to work with a lawyer, it's smart to do some research before you turn things over. When you're ready to find a lawyer, the resources below can help you locate a child custody attorney near you.
Marin County Family Court Self-Help Materials
California Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
Marin County Free or Low Cost Legal Help
Marin County Child Custody Lawyers
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