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Kansas Legal Services provides free civil legal help for custody, visitation, divorce, paternity, and related family law matters to income-qualifying residents across the state. Fathers can apply by phone or online and should bring photo ID, any existing court orders, pay stubs, and birth certificates to the first intake appointment. Offices operate Monday through Friday from the Topeka headquarters on S Kansas Ave.
800-723-6953 · 712 S Kansas Ave #200, Topeka, KS 66603
Shawnee County Family Court in Topeka hears custody, visitation, divorce, paternity, and child support cases for families in the Topeka metro area. Fathers filing or responding to a case can access self-help forms, schedule hearings, and get docket information through the clerk's office. Bring photo ID, any prior court orders, and relevant financial documents. The courthouse is open weekdays on SE 7th St and handles both contested and uncontested family matters.
785-251-6700 · 200 SE 7th St, Topeka, KS 66603
The Kansas Bar Association's lawyer referral service connects fathers with licensed family law attorneys statewide for custody, divorce, paternity, and support matters. Callers describe their situation and receive a referral to a local attorney offering an initial consultation at a reduced or flat fee. Services are coordinated from the Topeka office on SW Harrison St. Have your county, case type, and any existing court paperwork ready when you call.
785-234-5696 · 1200 SW Harrison St, Topeka, KS 66612