When an petition of custody is filed by parent A and parent B is "served"; what are parent B's options and protections?

Parent B would get an attorney to defend the petition and depending on the allegations, file a petition of their own. Be careful what you file. ...

Divorce papers were served to me today and I want to resolve this matter by entry of decree. What steps should I take

You should speak to a Washington State attorney, since the attorneys that are responding are not licensed in Washington so cannot possibly give you...

If I suspect adultery, does that give me any legal favor in divorce proceedings?

Absolutely not. The law changed in october 2010 so that a spouse can allege irretrievable breakdown and obtain a divorce easily. Grounds do not...

Can I legally change my name back before my divorce is final?

That can only be done by court order, so you will have to wait until a Judgment of Divorce is signed.

Whats the point of keeping ones property separate during marriage if on divorce the marital property will be equitably divided?

Separate property does not get divided eqully upon divorce if it is kept separate or if the non-titled spouse did not contribute to the...

I am married 2 1/2 yrs. My house is under my name and my Mom.My wife and I fight all the time. I want a divorce and I want her

File for divorce and ask for exclusive use and occupancy of the residence, if she engages in behavior that endangers your safety. You can keep a...

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How do I evict my domestic partner after winning custody of our two children? She refuses to leave

Judges order is in effect now. How did you get custody, if the two of you are still residing together? The court has no standing to decide...

Can childs mother keep me from taking a vacation with my 4year old daughter. Specifically addressed in custody agreement.

If she does, she would be in violation of the custody provisions. If you believe that she will withhold the child from you, then you should file...

What are separate property credits?

Whether the inherited house is separate or marital depends on the title to the residence, whether any improvements were made during the marriage...

In New York State can my wife's divorce lawyer be the magistrate in a child support hearing

The magistrate would have to disclose the connection between him and your wife. He should recuse himself, if he does not, then you can make a...