Washington Child Support Legal Guides (5 found)

Written by Carolyn Annette Elsey
If you are owed child support and don't want to wait around for the state to notice your case, you can file for contempt yourself. You don't need a lawyer. This legal guide walks you through the process.
9 of 10 users found this helpful. Posted in Child Support 5 months ago. Jurisdiction: Washington

Written by Carolyn Annette Elsey
Normally, child support terminates at age 18 or graduation from high school, whichever occurs later. This guide discusses post-secondary support and how to handle the issue in court.
30 of 30 users found this helpful. Posted in Child Support 6 months ago. Jurisdiction: Washington

Written by Peter William Mogren
In Washington, the court does not have the authority to order a married couple to pay for the children's college education, it is left up to the parents to decide, what if any, contribution to make. In the event of a divorce however, the court has the authority to determine post-secondary education
1 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted in Child Support 5 months ago. Jurisdiction: Washington

Written by Avvo Staff
Many legal resources are available for free or at low cost. This guide covers those resources of most interest to Washington consumers looking for urgent legal guidance.
3 of 8 users found this helpful. Posted 12 months ago. Jurisdiction: Washington

Written by Avvo Staff
Domestic violence laws specify behaviors against a spouse or intimate partner that are considered crimes.
4 of 11 users found this helpful. Posted in Domestic Violence about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: Washington