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Family Law Division
See the following links for information regarding the following topics:
- Divorce and Custody
- Domestic Relations (Child and Spousal Support)
- Protection from Abuse
- Juvenile Probation
Filing
Where should I file my Family Law documents?
Documents relating to Divorce actions, Custody actions, and Protection from Abuse actions should be filed with the Washington County Prothonotary.
Documents relating to Domestic Relations (child support and spousal support) should be filed with the Domestic Relations Office, which is located in the Family Court Center.
Divorce Complaint
(1 original and 3 copies - Fees are by number of counts in the complaint)
| Number of Counts | Fee |
|---|---|
| One Count | $211.75 |
| Two Counts | $271.25 |
| Three Counts | $331.75 |
| Four Counts | $391.25 |
| Five Counts | $451.75 |
| Six Counts | $511.25 |
| Seven Counts | $571.75 |
Add $8 for custody claim
Divorce Master Fees
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Custody Complaint | $325.25 (1 original and 3 copies) |
| Custody Complaint with Agreement | $140.25 |
| Full Day (initial filing) | $435 |
| Half Day (additional) | $217.50 |
| Petition for Modification | $185 (1 original and 3 copies) |
| Quarter Day (additional) | $108.75 |