Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for Kent County, Delaware:
- Where to file for child custody in Kent County
- How to find or contact the Kent County Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find Kent County child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in Kent County, Delaware
In Kent County, child custody is handled by the Kent County Family Court
NAME OF COURT
Kent County Family Court
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
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COURT PHONE NUMBER
COURT EMAIL ADDRESS
Family court question form: https://courts.delaware.gov/family/question.aspx
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
Kent County Family Court
400 Court Street
Dover, DE 19901
COURTHOUSE HOURS
Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. excluding court holidays.
COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
No Childcare Available
Kent County Child Custody Forms & Fees
Delaware Child Custody Forms Used in Kent County
https://courts.delaware.gov/fa
Kent County Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
If you can't afford the court fees, call the Kent County Family Court office at 302-672-1000 to find out if you can apply for a fee waiver.
Get Help With Delaware 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.
Kent County Family Court Self-Help Materials
Delaware Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
Kent County Free or Low Cost Legal Help
Kent County Child Custody Lawyers
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