Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for Hawaii County, Hawaii:
- Where to file for child custody in Hawaii County
- How to find or contact the Hawaii County Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find Hawaii County child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in Hawaii County, Hawaii
In Hawaii County, child custody is handled by the Hawai'i Third Circuit Court
NAME OF COURT
Hawai'i Third Circuit Court
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
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COURT PHONE NUMBER
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
There are family courts in three locations: Hilo, Kona, and Waimeia
Hilo
Hale Kaulike
777 Kilauea Avenue
Hilo, Hawai`i 96720-4212Kona
Keahuolū Courthouse
74-5451 Kamakaeha Avenue
Kailua-Kona, Hawaii 9674Waimea
South Kohala District Court [map]
Waimea Civic Center at Kamuela
67-5187 Kamamalu Street
Kamuela, HI 96743
COURTHOUSE HOURS
Monday through Friday from 7:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. excluding court holidays.
COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
No childcare available
Hawaii County Child Custody Forms & Fees
Hawaii Child Custody Forms Used in Hawaii County
https://www.courts.state.hi.us
Hawaii County Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
If you can't afford the filing fees, you may request a fee waiver from the court.
Get Help With Hawaii 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.
Hawaii County Family Court Self-Help Materials
Hawaii Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
Hawaii County Free or Low Cost Legal Help
Hawaii County Child Custody Lawyers
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