Tigard Family Court Records
Tigard family court records are filed at the Washington County Circuit Court in Hillsboro. Tigard has about 55,000 residents and is part of Washington County in the Portland metro area. All family law cases from Tigard go through the county circuit court. The Tigard Municipal Court does not handle family matters. You can search Tigard family court records using the free state online system or contact the Washington County clerk for copies of case filings and judgments.
Tigard Quick Facts
Where Tigard Residents File Family Cases
Tigard residents file all family court cases at the Washington County Circuit Court in Hillsboro. The courthouse is about 10 miles north of Tigard on First Avenue. It serves every city in Washington County, including Beaverton, Tigard, Tualatin, and Sherwood.
| Court | Washington County Circuit Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 150 N First Avenue Hillsboro, OR 97124 |
| Phone | (503) 846-8888 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | courts.oregon.gov/courts/washington |
The Tigard Municipal Court at 13125 SW Hall Boulevard in the Civic Center handles traffic tickets and city ordinance cases. It has no authority over family law. Dissolution, custody, support, and restraining order cases for Tigard all go through the Washington County Circuit Court.
Call (503) 846-8888 to confirm hours or ask about specific filing needs before you make the drive to Hillsboro. The clerk office can answer questions about Tigard family court records over the phone.
Note: The Tigard Municipal Court cannot look up or provide copies of family court records for Tigard residents.
Washington County Court Resources
The Washington County Circuit Court website has filing procedures, court forms, and hearing schedules for Tigard family cases.
Use this site to find directions, parking details, and contact information for the Hillsboro courthouse. Tigard residents can also access links to the online case search and self-help forms from this page.
Search Tigard Family Court Records Online
Oregon eCourt Case Information is the free public database for all circuit court cases in the state. You can search for any family case filed in Washington County by Tigard residents. Visit courts.oregon.gov and select Washington County. Enter the name of one party to start your search.
The search shows case numbers, filing dates, party names, hearing dates, and case status. Results update every few hours as new filings come in. The system does not display full document text. You see only docket entries that describe what was filed. For copies of actual documents from a Tigard family case, contact the Washington County clerk at (503) 846-8888.
The OJD case search tool also offers advanced filters. You can narrow results by case type, date range, and judicial officer. Enter names in "Last, First" format for the best results when looking up Tigard family court records. Processing time for copy requests ranges from two to ten business days depending on the age of the records.
Tigard Family Court Filing Process
Filing a family case in Tigard follows Oregon state procedures. Under ORS 107.075, at least one spouse must have lived in Oregon for six months before filing for dissolution. Tigard residents who meet this requirement file at the Washington County Circuit Court in Hillsboro.
You pay $287 to file a new dissolution petition. The response fee is $256. After filing, you must serve the other party with the court papers. Oregon law allows service by the Washington County Sheriff, a private process server, or other approved methods. File proof of service with the court. The case cannot move forward without it.
Oregon has a mandatory 90-day waiting period. No dissolution can be finalized before that time passes. Under ORS 107.025, the sole ground for dissolution is irreconcilable differences. Custody, support, and property matters are all resolved in the same case. The final judgment becomes a public record under ORS 192.314 once the judge signs it. Financial disclosure forms with account numbers are filed under seal and kept out of the public file.
Note: Fee waivers are available for Tigard residents who show financial hardship when filing family cases at the Washington County courthouse.
Tigard Family Court Record Fees
Fees for family court records at the Washington County Circuit Court follow the Oregon statewide schedule. These apply to all Tigard residents who file or request copies of records.
- Dissolution petition: $287
- Response filing: $256
- Standard copies: $0.25 per page
- Certified copy: $5 per document plus $0.25 per page
- Exemplified copy: $10 per document plus $0.25 per page
Payment is required before the court releases any copies. You can pay by cash, check made out to "State of Oregon," or credit card. Certified copies include the court seal and clerk signature. Most people need certified copies for legal uses like name changes or property transfers after a dissolution. Call (503) 846-8888 to confirm current fees before requesting Tigard family court records.
Legal Resources for Tigard Residents
Several organizations help Tigard residents with family court matters. The Oregon State Bar Lawyer Referral Service can match you with a family law attorney for a $35 consultation fee. Call 1-800-452-7636 to get connected with a lawyer near Tigard.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon provides free legal help to low-income residents. They handle dissolution, custody, and support matters. Call 1-888-610-8764 to check your eligibility. They give priority to domestic violence survivors, families with children, and elderly people. The Oregon Judicial Department family law page has all the court forms and instructions you need to file a family case on your own at the Washington County Circuit Court.
The Modest Means Program offers reduced rates for Tigard residents who earn too much for free legal aid. Attorney rates range from $60 to $100 per hour. Call 503-431-6448 to ask about this program for your Tigard family court case.
Washington County Family Court Records
Tigard is in Washington County. All family law filings from Tigard go through the Washington County Circuit Court in Hillsboro. For full details on the county court, complete fee schedules, and other family court resources, visit the Washington County page.