Search results for legal separation
File for Legal Separation with Children
Brief instructions and the forms to file for legal separation with children in Washington state. #3268EN
Legal Separation: General Info
Learn about the difference between getting a divorce and a legal separation and why people might choose a one over the other. #3253EN
Changing Your Legal Separation to a Divorce
If you've changed your mind about your legal separation and you want to get a divorce OR you want to get back together with your spouse, use these forms and instructions. #3252EN
File for Legal Separation without Children
Brief instructions and the forms to file for legal separation without children in Washington state. #3269EN
Unmarried Couples: Washington Parenting Law
Basic information about Washington State law that applies to parenting when unmarried couples separate. #3912EN
Divorce and bankruptcy
If you're getting a divorce and you have a lot of debt, you might want to file for bankruptcy with your spouse, or separately. Read this to learn more. #0102EN
Divorce: The Basics
General information about getting divorced in Washington state. #3200EN
Getting a divorce: Dividing property and debts
Find out what it means for your Washington divorce that this is a "community property" state. #3243EN
Divorce and Other Options for Ending Your Marriage WITHOUT Children in Washington State
If you have no children and want to get a divorce or dissolution of domestic partnership, read this first. This does not include court forms but will guide you to the forms you need. #3241EN
Pregnancy and Divorce
For people getting a divorce in Washington State while one of the spouses is pregnant. #3236EN
Divorce and Other Options for Ending Your Marriage WITH Children in Washington State
If you have children and are considering getting a divorce, read this first. This does not include court forms but will guide you to the forms you need. #3240EN
File a Notice of Appearance
If you are served with a lawsuit, file a Notice of Appearance (NOA) to tell the other party and the court that you want to defend yourself in the case, and you want to get notice if anything else happens in the case. #9931EN
Divorcing someone in the military: Basic questions and answers
Learn about additional legal protections service members who are divorcing have. This is for both the service member and the non-service member. #3216EN
Living Together Contracts
Read this if you are part of a Washington couple who cannot or decide not to marry or be registered domestic partners.Publication #3909EN
Durable power of attorney
A power of attorney form lets you choose a trusted friend or relative to help you with your finances and/or health care decisions. #9608EN
Unmarried Couples: Washington Property Law
Learn about how Washington State law divides the property and debts of an unmarried couple when they break up. #3913EN