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Court Forms and Representing Yourself in Court: Child Custody and Parenting Time
(Separate Website)
Learn the basics on child custody and parenting time, and find the forms you need to establish or change a custody arrangement. If you choose to represent yourself, be sure to READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY before you begin filling out the forms.
By: Minnesota State Court Self-Help Center
Court Forms and Representing Yourself in Court: Name Change Forms
(Separate Website)
Learn the basics on applying for a name change and find the forms you'll need to fill out for the courts. If you are representing yourself, be sure to READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY before filling out the forms.
By: Minnesota State Court Self-Help Center
Court Fee Waiver (In Forma Pauperis) - Do it Yourself
If you can not afford court fees, this free and simple program can help you fill out the form you need to have the fees waived.
By: Minnesota Legal Services Coalition State Support Center
Delegation of Parental Authority - Do it Yourself
(Separate Website)
If you need to give someone else the power to take care of your child (for up to 1 year), this free, simple program can help you create the form you need.
By: Minnesota Legal Services Coalition State Support Center
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Minnesota Voluntary Recognition of Parentage Form
(Separate Website)
Parenting Plan Worksheet
(Separate Website)
This worksheet will help parents put together a parenting plan that meets the needs of their children as they parent apart.
By: Washington County Community Corrections-Family Court Unit
Minnesota Court Fee Waiver: In Forma Pauperis
(Separate Website)
If you believe you cannot afford to pay court fees and costs, click here to learn about the forms you need to fill out to have your court fees waived. These forms are called "In Forma Pauperis" papers.
By: Minnesota State Court Self-Help Center
Legal Advice Clinics & Self-Help in the Courts
(Separate Website)
Locate your judicial District and scroll down to view the list of self-help services in your area.
By: Volunteer Attorney Program
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