What to do after other party has not answered a petition to modify parenting plan?

From your description, not your question, the more immediate concern is the withholding of your parenting time. Consider filing an urgent motion...

Representing yourself in court?

Your question doesn't explain or describe whether there is an existing lawsuit, thought it sounds as if there must be because you mention the...

I met with a bankruptcy lawyer on 1/5/13 gave a retainer of $1000. Want a refund. Can I get one since it is still w/in 72 hours?

The 72 hours likely would not apply. However, as other attorneys have stated, this attorney would be entitled to keep only that portion of the...

How do I go through the process of letting go an attorney I feel a bit unsure of now?

Mr. Doland's suggestion is a good one. Another alternative is to write the attorney a short note (no explanation needed) in which you announce...

How can I get custody of my 16 year old when he lives in another state but wants to stay with me but his mother is denying me.

There is a Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act (UCCJEA is how you may see it) that refers to a child's "Home State." Most...

I am seeking physical custody of my 12 yr old child. Can I do so without hiring an attorney?

There are so many legal issues to address such as (a) in what county do you file (where the child and mother live), (b) how do you make the right...

Though not up on Washington law, as another attorney has provided specific case law, I definitely agree that the gift in contemplation of marriage...

Can I terminate the parental rights of the father if there is little to no contact between him and my child.

There is some possibility that a court would terminate parental rights if it is determined that the parent has abandoned the child. NC law, where...

What is the first thing I need to do to prepare for a family court trial since I am representing myself?

Among the things you might do is find out what days the same judge (or other judges in the same courthouse) have other family court cases and go...

I got sold a crap car what kinda legal action can i take ?

As you consider what you can do, you may find that having a mechanic inspect the vehicle now, before something else goes wrong, and prepare some...