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The Alaska Court System's self-help center at courts.alaska.gov/shc/family provides downloadable forms for custody petitions, parenting plan templates, child support worksheets, and step-by-step guidance for family law filings. Women can access guides for filing without an attorney. Call 907-264-0851 for assistance locating forms. Available online 24/7. Court staff can help identify correct forms but cannot provide legal advice.
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Alaska Legal Services Corporation provides free civil legal help to qualifying low-income women statewide, covering custody disputes, divorce, protective orders, child support, and parenting plan matters. Call 888-478-2572 to apply for services. Bring ID, proof of income, and relevant court documents. Located at 1016 W 6th Ave Suite 200, Anchorage. Services available in remote communities via phone and video. Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.
888-478-2572 · 1016 W 6th Ave Suite 200, Anchorage, AK 99501 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
The Alaska Bar Association Lawyer Referral Service connects women with family law attorneys for consultations on custody, divorce, and child support. Call 907-272-7469 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm to request a referral. Initial consultations are available at reduced rates through the referral service. Attorneys are screened for experience. Located at 840 K St Suite 100, Anchorage. Have a brief case description ready when you call.
907-272-7469 · 840 K St Suite 100, Anchorage, AK 99501 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
The Alaska Court System offers court-connected mediation for resolving custody, parenting plan, and family law disputes without full litigation. Mediation is typically faster and less expensive than trial. Call 907-264-0851 to learn about mediation options in your case. Mediators are trained neutrals who help parties reach voluntary agreements. Available statewide. Fees may be waived for qualifying low-income women.
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Dial 211 or visit alaska211.org to reach a free statewide referral service connecting women with family law resources, legal aid organizations, social services, and emergency assistance. Specialists are available 24/7 to provide information and referrals tailored to your specific community and situation. Particularly helpful for women in rural Alaska areas where in-person services are limited. No cost to call.
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WomensLaw.org provides free, attorney-written custody and visitation guides for every state, written in plain language women can understand without legal training. Covers legal vs. physical custody, how courts decide custody, modifying existing orders, and interstate custody disputes. Also includes safety planning for women leaving abusive situations. Available online 24/7 at no cost.
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The American Bar Association Family Law Section offers a national attorney directory, public resources on custody and divorce, and practitioner guides. Use the Find a Lawyer tool at americanbar.org to search for family law attorneys in your area. Resources cover relocation disputes, international custody, grandparent rights, and domestic violence protections. Free to search online 24/7.
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The federal Office of Child Support Services coordinates all state child support programs and custody enforcement nationwide. Visit acf.hhs.gov/css to find your state agency, learn how to open a case, request enforcement of existing orders, or locate an absent parent. Free services include paternity establishment, income withholding, and license suspension for non-paying parents.
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USA.gov is the official federal government portal providing custody and child support information with direct links to every state enforcement agency. Covers establishing paternity, getting a support order, modifying orders, and what to do when the other parent does not pay. Available in English and Spanish. Free to use online 24/7 at usa.gov/child-support.
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ChildWelfare.gov is the federal child welfare information gateway offering research-based resources on custody, kinship care arrangements, foster care, and parenting plans. Find state-specific resources, best-practice parenting guides, and information on child abuse prevention. Particularly useful for grandmothers seeking custody of grandchildren. Free online resource available 24/7.
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The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges publishes research-based resources on custody best practices, domestic violence in family courts, and child safety. Their publications help women understand how judges evaluate custody cases and what factors influence decisions. Particularly useful for survivors navigating custody against an abusive co-parent. Free online access at ncjfcj.org.
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Cornell Law School's Legal Information Institute provides free online access to federal and state statutes, case law, and legal definitions covering custody, visitation, divorce, and family law. Women can research legal terms, understand statutory standards, and access court opinions at no cost. Available 24/7 at law.cornell.edu. No login required.
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FindLaw offers free public articles on child custody arrangements, including sole vs. joint custody, how to modify existing orders, relocation rights, and enforcement when a parent violates orders. Written by legal editors, these guides help women prepare for consultations with attorneys. Visit family.findlaw.com/child-custody.html. No cost to access online 24/7.
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