Recently updated on July 7th, 2026 at 08:33 am
Create legal documents for free in a simple, friendly way. This website helps with restraining orders, small claims, divorce, and other civil or family law cases in all U.S. states. When your documents are ready, you can download them for free or, in many places, file them online with your local court. Trusted by courts in Lewis, Snohomish, Okanogan, and other counties.
Answer simple online questions to create accurate paperwork for your local court.
You can download the final PDF for free. Court filing fees may still apply.
You can now serve the other party online as part of your case.
This is a new LegalAtoms feature and is free through November 30, 2024.
Help people without lawyers prepare correct, complete, and typed court forms while reducing the time court staff spend answering routine questions.
Create Your Official Case Documents
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HOW IT WORKS
This website guides people step by step as they prepare court forms for restraining orders, family law cases, and civil law cases.
1. Take Screening
Choose the case type that best fits your situation. Then answer a few screening questions to make sure it meets your basic needs.
2. Prepare Documents
Prepare your main court documents one topic at a time. Each topic asks simple questions in plain language. Do your best, and if you need help, you can ask for support in just a few clicks.
3. Consult Advocate (Optional)
Based on your situation, this website may suggest free court self-help centers, victim advocacy groups, or trusted law school legal clinics. These groups may help with parts of your case, review your documents, or help you make a safety plan.
4. E-file to Court
Submit your paperwork to officially start your case. You may be able to file online and pay the filing fee, or ask for a fee waiver. In some courts, you may need to print your forms and bring them to your local Superior Court.
How it works - video
This website asks you simple online questions and then creates the paperwork for your legal case.
What our users says
Ariel Anderson
After I answered the questions, I was able to print the forms out and bring them into the courthouse. When I got to the courthouse, they were able to go through and accept it all. I had no problems.
Our Clients
Benefits of Using an Official Online Solution
LegalAtoms is backed by many courts, and we're in the process to be officially connected and sponsored by each and every county level court. Being the official software provider supported by courts offers unique benefits
Which Court to File At
Your documents are always filed with the correct court. LegalAtoms checks the court location, case type, and other rules so you do not have to read the fine print.
Which Forms to File
Based on your situation and court rules, LegalAtoms guides you to the correct and most up-to-date court forms. This helps you prepare your case correctly the first time.
Automated Checks
Our automated checks help make sure your paperwork is complete and correct before you file. This helps you avoid common mistakes.
Free Legal Help
You may be shown free legal help near you if you qualify. You can share your online profile, make an appointment with one click, and often receive guidance within a few hours.
E-Signature
Sign your documents safely online using your mouse, finger, or touchscreen. No printing or scanning is needed.
E-file with the Court
Once your documents are ready, you can e-file them with the court in one click. You do not need to create accounts in complicated filing portals or work with multiple e-filing providers.
E-mail with the court
Filing is only the first step. The court may have follow-up questions. Instead of waiting for mail, you can get updates and questions through secure messages in LegalAtoms.
You've been served
Serve the other party online by text, email, WhatsApp, or private social media message. Where allowed by law, electronic service can help avoid delays and make the process easier to track.