Washington Divorce Online is a service created in Washington State that allows you to complete your official Washington State Petition for Dissolution of Marriage, commonly known as divorce, online.

Get Legal Help with Divorce in Washington

Many couples have successfully divorced without hiring a divorce lawyer.   However, a divorce without a lawyer is not recommended when you and your spouse disagree on issues related to your finances and your children.

Here are some tips on how to find the best divorce lawyer in your area:

• Ask for referral from friends and family or ask for recommendations from lawyers whose services you have used for other matters.
• Call your local county court or contact the Washington State Bar Association.

Upon meeting with the lawyer for the first time, consider asking the following questions:

1. What is your experience and background? How many divorce cases have you handled?
2. Describe the process step by step?
3. How promptly will my calls be returned?
4. Do you offer a payment plan?
5. What are the costs involved including calls for phone calls and court appearance?

You may consdider interviewing several lawyers before making your decision.

Free Legal Help Available in Washington State

Free legal help in Washington State is provided through Coordinated Legal Education, Advice and Referral ("CLEAR") system. CLEAR is Northwest Justice Project's toll-free telephone service for eligible low-income people to obtain free legal assistance with civil legal problems.

If you are low-income and have a non-criminal legal problem in King County call (206) 464-1519. If you are low-income and have a non-criminal legal problem outside King County, call CLEAR at 1-888-201-1014 weekdays from 9:15 a.m. until 12:15 p.m., and Tuesdays from 3:30 p.m. until 6:15 p.m.

TTY - 1-888-201-9737

Click here to begin your Washington State divorce online