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All document lodgement at the Family Court of Western Australia is now by way of the eCourts portal.

To commence using this portal you will need to register with your file number and participant I.D please contact the Family Court call centre to obtain this number on (08) 9224 8222. If you are an employee of a law firm you will need to contact the administrator of your law firm who will be able to create your new eCourts Portal account.

If you are experiencing any technical difficulties with your eCourts Portal account, please contact the Courts Technology Helpdesk at ctghelpdesk@justice.wa.gov.au or (08) 9425 2645.

News

New Judicial Officers for the FCWA
The Chief Judge is pleased to advise that Acting Magistrate Sam Padfield has now been permanently appointed as a family law magistrate. [07/10/2026]

Transcription Services
The primary transcription provider for Western Australian Courts and Tribunals, VIQ Australia, is currently winding down its operations as part of an external administration process. [03/07/2026]

Scam Divorce Website
The Family Court is aware of at least one external website which purports to be an 'on-line portal' that helps parties complete and lodge their divorce application for a set fee. [02/04/2026]


The Family Court of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional owners and custodians of country throughout Western Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to the people, their cultures and the elders, past, present and emerging.