Mountlake Terrace Divorce Decree Records
Mountlake Terrace divorce decree records are filed at the Snohomish County Superior Court Clerk in Everett. Mountlake Terrace is a small city in southwest Snohomish County, just north of the King County border. All dissolution cases for Mountlake Terrace residents go to the Snohomish County courthouse, not to any King County court. If you need to find a dissolution case or get a certified copy of a Decree of Dissolution filed by a Mountlake Terrace resident, the Snohomish County Clerk in Everett handles those requests. You can search online through the Odyssey portal or visit the courthouse during business hours.
Mountlake Terrace Overview
Where Mountlake Terrace Residents File Divorce
All dissolution cases for Mountlake Terrace residents file at the Snohomish County Superior Court in Everett. Mountlake Terrace Municipal Court handles only misdemeanors and infractions. Family law matters are always Superior Court cases. The Snohomish County Superior Court Clerk at 3000 Rockefeller Avenue in Everett manages all dissolution filings and records for Mountlake Terrace and the rest of Snohomish County.
Mountlake Terrace sits right on the Snohomish-King County border. The city is in Snohomish County. Nearby Shoreline, just to the south, is in King County. If you are unsure which county you live in, check your voter registration record. Your county of registration confirms your county for court filing purposes.
| Office | Snohomish County Superior Court Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address | 3000 Rockefeller Ave, M/S 605, Room M206 Everett, WA 98201 |
| Phone | (425) 388-3466 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM (closed 12:00 PM to 12:45 PM) |
| Website | snohomishcountywa.gov/2256/Superior-Court-Clerk |
| contact.clerk@snoco.org |
Sound Transit Link Light Rail serves Mountlake Terrace with a station nearby. The light rail line connects south toward Seattle and north toward Lynnwood. From Mountlake Terrace, you can take transit or drive north on I-5 to reach the Everett courthouse.
The City of Mountlake Terrace website provides local government information and city services, though dissolution records are maintained by Snohomish County at the Everett courthouse.
Mountlake Terrace city services are separate from family law records. Dissolution cases filed by Mountlake Terrace residents are held at the Snohomish County Superior Court Clerk's office in Everett.
How to Search Mountlake Terrace Dissolution Records
Snohomish County uses the statewide Odyssey portal at odysseyportal.courts.wa.gov. Select Snohomish County from the location list. Then search by party name, case number, or date range. The system shows case type, party names, case status, and docket activity. Dissolution cases appear under family case types including "Dissolution with Children" and "Dissolution without Children."
What you need to search:
- Last name and first name of at least one party
- Approximate year of filing
- Case number if you have it (speeds up the search)
Online searches show basic case information at no charge. Documents cost extra. Non-certified copies are $0.25 per page for downloads. Certified copies are $5.00 first page plus $1.00 each additional page. In-person requests at the Everett courthouse can be handled the same day for digitized cases. Emailed or mailed requests take longer, roughly two to three weeks by mail.
Note: If you are looking for records from before the Odyssey system was implemented, those older files may be on paper only at the courthouse. Call (425) 388-3466 or email contact.clerk@snoco.org to ask about older records before making the drive to Everett.
Dissolution Filing Process for Mountlake Terrace
Mountlake Terrace residents follow Washington dissolution law under RCW Chapter 26.09. The filing spouse submits a Petition for Dissolution and Summons at the Snohomish County Superior Court in Everett. Under RCW 26.09.030, at least one spouse must be a Washington resident. No minimum time in Snohomish County is required.
Washington's no-fault standard means the only legal basis for dissolution is that the marriage is irretrievably broken. You do not need to prove any specific cause or misconduct. If one spouse says the marriage cannot be repaired, the court will proceed. After the petition is served, a mandatory 90-day waiting period begins. The court cannot enter the final decree before that period ends.
If both spouses agree on property, debt, and any parenting or support issues, they can file an agreed decree together. Agreed cases move faster. If there are disputes, the case may go through mediation or a hearing. Snohomish County offers DiSCO classes (Divorce in Snohomish County) twice a month, on the second Monday and fourth Friday. These sessions walk participants through what to expect in the process.
Property division follows community property law under RCW 26.09.080. If children are involved, a parenting plan is required. Child support is calculated under RCW Chapter 26.19 using both parents' income and the number of children.
Mountlake Terrace Divorce Decree Filing Fees
Snohomish County charges approximately $364 to file a new dissolution case. This amount includes required state surcharges. The fee can change, so confirm the current amount with the clerk at (425) 388-3466 before you file.
Other costs that may come up in a Mountlake Terrace dissolution case:
- Certified copies: $5.00 first page, $1.00 each additional page
- Non-certified copies (online): $0.25 per page
- Family Court Facilitator: $25.00 per session
- Modification of an existing decree (in-county): $56.00
- Service of process: approximately $40 to $100 depending on method
If you cannot pay the filing fee, submit GR 34 waiver forms with your petition. You generally qualify if you receive public assistance or if your household income is below 200% of the federal poverty level. Forms are available at the courthouse and at courts.wa.gov/forms.
Legal Aid for Mountlake Terrace Dissolution Cases
Volunteer Services of Snohomish County provides legal assistance to qualifying residents. Call (425) 252-4800 to ask about their services and eligibility requirements. They can assist with dissolution paperwork and may connect you with a pro bono attorney for complex cases.
Northwest Justice Project serves Snohomish County and all of Washington. Their number is (888) 201-1014, and their website is nwjustice.org. They handle family law matters for low-income clients and can sometimes take dissolution cases through the full process.
The Snohomish County Family Law Facilitator is at the courthouse, 3000 Rockefeller Avenue, M/S 502. Call (425) 388-3795. The facilitator helps self-represented parties understand court forms and procedures. They do not provide legal advice but can explain how the process works step by step.
WashingtonLawHelp at washingtonlawhelp.org has free guides for people filing on their own. The Snohomish County Law Library at (425) 388-3337 is also open to the public. For private attorney referrals, use the WSBA directory at wsba.org.
Snohomish County Divorce Decree Records
Mountlake Terrace is in Snohomish County, and all dissolution filings go through the Snohomish County Superior Court in Everett. For more about the county court system, fees, and additional resources, visit the Snohomish County dissolution records page.
Nearby Cities
These qualifying cities are near Mountlake Terrace. Note that Shoreline is in King County while the others are in Snohomish County.