Custody and visitation cases for women are handled in state and county family courts under each state's 'best interest of the child' standard. Mothers seeking sole, joint, or primary physical custody can use free self-help centers inside most courthouses to file petitions, parenting plans, and modification requests without an attorney. The ABA Commission on Domestic & Sexual Violence and the Women's Law Project track state-by-state custody trends, and organizations like the Battered Mothers Custody Conference advocate where abuse intersects with custody. This directory combines official state court self-help portals, county family law facilitators, women-focused family law firms, and maternal advocacy organizations.
New Hampshire's Circuit Court Family Division handles all family matters statewide. The Division of Child Support Services operates under DHHS. Manchester, Nashua, Concord, and Dover are the largest cities. 603 Legal Aid and the New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence support women, with a strong self-help website for pro se litigants.
New Hampshire Judicial Branch — Family Division Self-Help offers New Hampshire mothers free online tools for custody, parenting time, paternity, and modification matters. Call 855-212-1234 to start intake or ask which services you qualify for. No fee for eligible women, with intake handled confidentially.
855-212-1234 · Statewide Online Resource · Online 24/7 · Visit Website
Based in Manchester, Hillsborough County Family Division — Manchester supports New Hampshire women navigating custody, parenting time, paternity, and modification matters. Reach the team at 603-669-7410 to schedule a screening. Open Mon-Fri 8am-4pm — confirm by phone before driving in. Free of charge for women meeting income or program eligibility.
603-669-7410 · 35 Spring St, Manchester, NH 03101 · Mon-Fri 8am-4pm · Visit Website
New Hampshire Legal Assistance — Family Law works with women across New Hampshire on custody, parenting time, paternity, and modification matters. Reach the team at 603-668-2900 to schedule a screening. Available Mon-Fri 9am-5pm; the team can answer questions about documents and timing. Free for qualifying New Hampshire mothers and their children.
603-668-2900 · 117 N State St, Concord, NH 03301 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website
Based in Concord, NH Bar Association — Lawyer Referral supports New Hampshire women navigating custody, parenting time, paternity, and modification matters. Dial 603-229-0002 for an initial conversation about your situation. Service hours run Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm; ask about after-hours options if needed. Fees may apply — sliding-scale, insurance, or self-pay options are typically available.
603-229-0002 · 2 Pillsbury St Suite 300, Concord, NH 03301 · Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm · Visit Website
NH 211 — Family Law Referrals is a nationwide resource where New Hampshire women can find custody, parenting time, paternity, and modification matters. Dial 211 from anywhere in New Hampshire for a free routing to local services. Free of charge for women meeting income or program eligibility.
211 · Statewide Service · 24/7 · Visit Website
Comprehensive state-by-state custody and visitation legal information specifically for women, written in plain language by attorneys. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for mothers and families who need vetted, plain-language information on custody petitions, visitation schedules, child support, paternity, and protective orders. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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American Bar Association family law section with attorney directory, public resources, and custody guidance. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for mothers and families who need vetted, plain-language information on custody petitions, visitation schedules, child support, paternity, and protective orders. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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OCSS coordinates state child support and custody enforcement. State agency directory and program information for mothers and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for mothers and families who need vetted, plain-language information on custody petitions, visitation schedules, child support, paternity, and protective orders. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Official federal portal for custody and support information with links to every state agency for mothers and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for mothers and families who need vetted, plain-language information on custody petitions, visitation schedules, child support, paternity, and protective orders. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Federal child welfare information gateway. Custody, kinship care, and parenting plan guidance for mothers and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for mothers and families who need vetted, plain-language information on custody petitions, visitation schedules, child support, paternity, and protective orders. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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NCJFCJ — research, training, and resources on family court including custody best practices. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for mothers and families who need vetted, plain-language information on custody petitions, visitation schedules, child support, paternity, and protective orders. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Free legal reference on custody, visitation, and family law from Cornell Law School. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for mothers and families who need vetted, plain-language information on custody petitions, visitation schedules, child support, paternity, and protective orders. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
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Free public legal information on custody arrangements, modifications, and enforcement for mothers and families. Access the resource library, directory, and any helpline information directly at the website — no account is typically required. Useful for mothers and families who need vetted, plain-language information on custody petitions, visitation schedules, child support, paternity, and protective orders. Available online 24/7 — free for qualifying women.
Nationwide · Online · Visit Website