One aspect of the child custody process that often comes as an unpleasant surprise to newly divorced parents is the veritable mountain of paperwork, documentation, and other administrative details that are required. Even though many states have enacted measures designed to simplify the custody process in recent years, the time-consuming process of filling out mandatory paperwork can still be overwhelming for many parents. After weeks or even months of crossing every T and dotting every I, just one incorrect or overlooked form can set back your custody case significantly. If you are confused about a particular document that you need to fill out, talk to a court representative or connect with a child custody advocate in your area. If you think you may have lost or misplaced an important child custody paper, you may be able to download a new copy from the municipal or county website in your community.