Match records to the revised form
| Form Change Area | Evidence Effect | Common Miss |
|---|---|---|
| Parenting Plan limitations attachments | FL All Family 140 moved and reorganized limitation provisions into attachments. | Using old section numbers instead of the current form. |
| Temporary suspension of supervised time | New FL All Family 168 and 169 address a request and immediate order with a hearing notice. | Treating PI documentation as a prerequisite to urgent legal help. |
| Supervised Visitation Acknowledgment | New FL All Family 141 records the required acknowledgment. | Substituting an informal care log for the signed acknowledgment. |
Prepare records for the issue being raised
Put events in date order
Create a timeline with the event, date and supporting record or firsthand witness. Include relevant context and identify gaps so counsel can connect the facts to the appropriate form provision.
Issue-Specific Exhibits
Group working copies by the issue counsel identifies, keeping the originals available. Note what each exhibit shows rather than relying on the volume of documents to explain the concern.
Provider Records in Context
Keep supervision, school, treatment and program records with their dates and surrounding context. Identify which event each supports and follow lawful-access requirements; provider records do not automatically establish a court finding.
Form versions, timing and estimates
Use official forms and the actual hearing notice for requirements. The declaration count below is a practitioner estimate, not a court limit or recommendation for how much to file.
| Item to check | Detail | Basis or limit |
|---|---|---|
| Forms updated in July 2025 cycle | Parenting plan and temporary parenting plan forms | Washington Courts Forms Library update implementing ESHB 1620. |
| Temporary-orders hearing date | Check the current calendar and actual notice | Notice requirements and calendar availability are different; urgent procedures require separate legal guidance. |
| Estimated declarations reviewed per contested hearing | 3-8 per party | Practitioner estimate for typical Pierce County temporary-orders proceedings; not an official filing requirement or verified court average. |
Parenting Plan Forms Update FAQ
Do revised forms change the facts I need to document?
The form changes where particular information is requested, so check the current version. The underlying task remains to document the event accurately and distinguish allegations from findings in an actual order.
Do the updated forms mean more documents are always better?
No. Keep relevant originals and provide an organized review set tied to the issue. Counsel should assess the filing requirements and which documents to submit.
Why are temporary-plan materials especially sensitive to this?
Temporary proceedings can involve a short preparation period. Give counsel the known facts and actual notice promptly; do not wait for a PI report before seeking urgent legal help.
Should a PI decide how the form should be argued?
No. Counsel addresses the legal position and use of the form. A PI can verify particular facts and organize their supporting records.