Resources
General information
Child Support Help - Calculate, set and change child support whether you owe or are trying to collect
Collaborative Divorce: A Better Way Forward - A helpful booklet for anyone considering or going through divorce, offering clear guidance, checklists, and questions to support each step of the Collaborative Divorce process.
Collaborative Divorce Washington - Information and FAQs on the Collaborative Divorce process in Washington State.
Washington Courts - Forms, instructions, and information about court procedures.
Washington Health Plan Finder - A trusted marketplace for health and dental insurance, helping Washington residents compare plans and find coverage.
Washington Law Help - Free legal information and self-help materials covering divorce, parenting plans, child support, and property division.
Free and low-cost legal support
King County Collaborative Law Reduced Fee Program - Provides Collaborative Divorce services to income-qualifying residents throughout Washington State, not just King County. A team of professionals agrees to work at reduced rates based on your household income.
King County - Free Resources - Get straightforward guidance on Family Court processes involving children and families, including divorce, parenting plans, child support, guardianship, and court orders.
Limited License Legal Technicians - A limited license legal technician, also known as a legal technician or LLLT, is licensed by the Washington Supreme Court to advise and assist people going through divorce, child custody, and other family law matters in Washington. A limited license legal technician can be an affordable alternative for having legal documents prepared.
Northwest Justice Project - Legal assistance for low-income individuals. Also provides county-specific information for programs throughout Washington State.
Pierce County - Free Resources - The Pierce County Family Law Facilitator Office helps self‑represented individuals with forms, hearings, procedures, and referrals in Superior Court family law cases.
Snohomish County - Free Resources- The Courthouse Facilitator program at the Snohomish County Superior Court Clerk’s Office supports Family Law and Adult Guardianship clients who are not represented by an attorney.
Whatcom County - Free Resources - Court Facilitators assist self‑represented individuals in Superior Court family law cases, helping identify required forms, review prepared documents, schedule hearings, explain procedures, and connect clients with additional resources.
Books
BIFF for CoParent Communication, by Bill Eddy - A practical resource for divorcing and co‑parenting parents, introducing the BIFF method to reduce conflict and improve communication with difficult or hostile co‑parents.
Don't Alienate the Kids!, by Bill Eddy - A resource for parents navigating high‑conflict divorce, offering strategies to protect children from alienation and build resilience through flexible thinking, emotional regulation, and healthier communication.
High Conflict People in Legal Disputes, by Bill Eddy - A resource for understanding high‑conflict personalities, offering insights into their blame‑driven disputes and practical strategies for managing or resolving conflicts.
The Co-Parenting Handbook, by Karen Bonnell - A practical parenting guide for divorced or separated couples, offering tools to manage conflict, set boundaries, and support healthy relationships so children and co‑parents can thrive.
The Parenting Plan Workbook, by Karen Bonnell - A guide and workbook for divorcing parents that offers a child‑focused framework to build effective parenting plans, fostering successful co‑parenting and well‑adjusted children.
The Step-Family Handbook, by Karen Bonnell - Guidance for parents and partners on building healthy blended families—from early dating to living together.
The Wild Edge of Sorrow, by Francis Weller - A thoughtful resource that offers compassionate guidance for moving through grief, helping readers face loss with care, connection, and a deeper understanding of the emotions that shape healing.
When Things Fall Apart, by Pema Chödrön - A bestselling guide on overcoming life’s challenges, offering practical tools for personal growth, emotional resilience, and navigating difficult moments with greater clarity and ease.