General information
Child support is often part of a family law case. If you are seeking child support, you would do so as part of your divorce, parentage, or other case.
Clark County's Family Court Facilitator program provides assistance to individuals who are representing themselves in matters dealing with many family law issues. The facilitator is available for in-person assistance by appointment for a fee.
Forms and instructions
Washington State's official mandatory pattern forms and instructions for child support can be found on the State Court website.
Clark County's Family Court Facilitator has instructions and checklists of forms for many family law cases that might include child support:
Washington LawHelp has forms and instructions for child support proceedings. There is also an interactive interview to help you fill out the forms:
If you are looking for information about changing a final order for child support, or are looking for information about requesting post-secondary child support for college, see the modification page.
Additional resources
From the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services:
- A quick child support estimator that can provide a rough estimate of your monthly child support obligation
- Automated child support worksheets for a more accurate calculation
From Washington LawHelp:
Free eBooks about child custody and support and other family law topics
How to find books about child custody and support