Alimony Fact Sheet
Alimony (also called spousal support) is financial support paid by one former spouse to the other after a divorce or a legal separation. It is also be provided during the during the case. This fact sheet explains the details and process of alimony in DC.
Child Support Fact Sheet
Each child is entitled to be supported by both parents, and all parents have a legal duty to support their children. Court-ordered child support is usually money, but may also include medical support, such as health insurance or assistance with medical expenses.
Fee Waivers in Washington D.C. Fact Sheet
In D.C. Family Court, it costs $80 to start a divorce, custody, visitation or child support case. Once the case has been started, it costs $20 to file a counterclaim or a motion. There may also be other costs, such as witness fees or publication of notices. This two page flyer will explain how to get court fees waived in D.C.
Filing For A Fee Waiver
Information about how to get court fees waived in family law cases.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alimony
Basic information about alimony, also known as "spousal support."
Handbook for People Who Represent Themselves in Divorce, Custody, and Child Support Cases
The court publishes this handbook to assist unrepresented individuals who have cases in family court in DC. It provides basic information about how the court works, how certain kinds of cases are handled, and what to expect during the course of a case. ** Please note FCSHC is working on an updated version and we will update it when it's available. For the prior guidebook please click below.
Starting a Child Support Case Fact Sheet
A two page flyer about starting a child support case in D.C.
Child Support Fact Sheet
Each child is entitled to be supported by both parents, and all parents have a legal duty to support their children. Court-ordered child support is usually money, but may also include medical support, such as health insurance or assistance with medical expenses.
Child Support Guideline Calculator
This website provides a tool for estimating the amount of child support a parent might be required to pay under D.C. law.
Frequently Asked Questions About Child Support
A list of questions and answers about child support. This information can help you if you are trying to get child support or if someone else is trying to make you pay child support.
Starting a Child Support Case Fact Sheet
A two page flyer about starting a child support case in D.C.
Getting Ready for Court
Frequently asked questions and answers on how you should prepare and what actually happens when you go to court.
Videos to Help You in Family Court - Fee Waiver & Initial Hearing
Navigating divorce, custody, fee waivers, and other related issues in family court can be difficult. In order to help break down different family law issues, please watch our comprehensive video series to better understand: • Filing for Divorce (including what to expect at the first hearing) • Filing for Custody • Applying for a Fee Waiver • Navigating the Child Support Calculator • And More! Each video focuses on a specific topic. You can watch the videos in order or click on each video based on your question. More videos will be coming soon (including discovery and evidence)!
Fee Waivers in Washington D.C. Fact Sheet
In D.C. Family Court, it costs $80 to start a divorce, custody, visitation or child support case. Once the case has been started, it costs $20 to file a counterclaim or a motion. There may also be other costs, such as witness fees or publication of notices. This two page flyer will explain how to get court fees waived in D.C.
Filing For A Fee Waiver
Information about how to get court fees waived in family law cases.
Videos to Help You in Family Court - Fee Waiver & Initial Hearing
Navigating divorce, custody, fee waivers, and other related issues in family court can be difficult. In order to help break down different family law issues, please watch our comprehensive video series to better understand: • Filing for Divorce (including what to expect at the first hearing) • Filing for Custody • Applying for a Fee Waiver • Navigating the Child Support Calculator • And More! Each video focuses on a specific topic. You can watch the videos in order or click on each video based on your question. More videos will be coming soon (including discovery and evidence)!
Alimony Fact Sheet
Alimony (also called spousal support) is financial support paid by one former spouse to the other after a divorce or a legal separation. It is also be provided during the during the case. This fact sheet explains the details and process of alimony in DC.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alimony
Basic information about alimony, also known as "spousal support."
Child Support and Alimony from Military Personnel and Department of Defense Employees
Federal law authorizes the pay of active, reserve, and retired members of the military and the pay of civilian employees of the Federal government to be garnished (or attached) for the payment of child and/or spousal support. Go to this web page to find information about the process and location for getting a garnishment or wage attachment against any member of the military or any civilian employee of the Department of Defense (DOD).
Common Questions about the Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protection Act
This document answers common questions about the Uniformed Services Former Spouses' Protection Act.