Welcome! On this page you'll find the following information for King County, Washington:
- Where to file for child custody in King County
- How to find or contact the King County Family Court
- Whether the court offers childcare for days you must visit the court building
- Where to find King County child custody forms and court fees
- How to learn more and find a lawyer
Where To File for Child Custody in King County, Washington
In King County, child custody is handled by the King County Superior Court
NAME OF COURT
King County Superior Court
COURT WEBSITE ADDRESS
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COURT PHONE NUMBER
COURT EMAIL ADDRESS
https://blue.kingcounty.gov/about/contact/
COURTHOUSE ADDRESS
King County Courthouse
516 Third Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Mailing Address:
516 Third Avenue, Room C-203
Seattle, WA 98104Maleng Regional Justice Center
401 Fourth Avenue North
Kent, WA 98032
Mailing Address:
401 Fourth Avenue North, Room 2D
Kent, WA 98032
COURTHOUSE HOURS
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. except court holidays.
COURTHOUSE CHILDCARE
There is childcare only at the Maleng Regional Justice Center. Call 253-854-5635 for information.
King County Child Custody Forms & Fees
Washington Child Custody Forms Used in King County
https://www.courts.wa.gov/form
King County Child Custody Forms
Family Court Fee
If you can't afford your filing fee, you may submit a Fee Waiver Request.
Get Help With Washington 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.
King County Family Court Self-Help Materials
Washington Resources for Making a Parenting Plan
King County Free or Low Cost Legal Help
King County Child Custody Lawyers
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