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If you are trying to modify (change) or enforce a final order from a Parental Rights and Responsibilities or Divorce case, you might find some helpful information here. This guide will walk you through the process for filing these motions.

Starting in June, 2020, Maine courts will allow video or telephone mediation in your Family Matter cases through video or telephone. There are no in-person mediations in court because of COVID-19. What is Zoom? Zoom is a program that allows you to have virtual video meetings on your computer, phone, or tablet.

Posted and up-to-date on 10/1/2020

How does domestic violence affect children? Violence and trauma can have long-lasting effects on children who witness or experience violent events.

Lists resources for people who are separating or going through divorce: where to get legal and financial help, and other support services.

Help for people doing their own divorce - or other family law - case in Maine.

Last Updated 9/14/2020 Is PTLA open? Can I still get help? To protect our clients and staff, all PTLA offices are closed to the public. If you have a current case, please reach out to our staff by e-mail or phone.

The Maine court form for determining the jurisdiction for certain family law and name change cases

The Maine court form to register a divorce or parental rights and responsibilities order from another state.

This is the Maine form for keeping your address confidential when filing for a Protection from Abuse order. Use this form if you don't want the abuser to know your address.