Washington courts use a parenting plan to establish the child visitation and decision making abilities of the parents during and after a divorce. Both spouses will complete a parenting plan. Typically you will complete more than one parenting plan. For example, you will complete a parenting plan when you file for divorce and a second plan when you would like the divorce to be complete. The parenting plan addresses such issues as which spouse will have custody of the child, who is responsible for making decisions for the child and how disputes will be resolved between the two parents if problems arise. A parenting plan is completed by filling out the appropriate form available online at http://www.courts.wa.gov/forms/. Before you begin, make sure to read the instructions regarding how to complete the parenting plan. If you have questions about how to complete the plan, contact an attorney or the Family Law Facilitator. It is also important to maintain a copy of your parenting plan at all times in case you or your former spouse are unclear about agreed upon terms of the plan.