I want to file for a legal separation. Does it still take 90 days for decree?

There is no waiting period for a legal separation. However, there is a waiting period of six months to convert it to a marriage dissolution.

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Can I file for a motion to change jurisdiction from a divorce petition from Idaho to Washington state?

As Mr. Hawkins details, it's likely easier for you to file in Washington now versus the incurring the time and expense of changing an Idaho action...

Can an ex spouse decrease child support by increasing his living expenses?

I don't understand. Is he the "ex spouse" or are you currently litigating the divorce currently? How is he "decreasing child support and passing...

Good evening! We need more information. :) What is the substantial change of circumstances that the modification petition is based on?

Settling a Divorce Case in Washington State

Section II of the Decree should read, "Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law have been entered in this case." This is the language detailed in...

What are the Custodial parents responsibilities on transporting clothes?

I like pragmatic answers - have a set of inexpensive clothes available for your daughter during her stay at your home. Yes, you pay support. ...

Can divorce/custody be filed in a different state than the one the children & other spouse live?

In case there are WA attorneys licensed to practice in other states reviewing your question, in which state does your spouse reside?

What are my options?

You may want to repost your question in the Criminal Defense practice area.

My friend has an ex-wife with increasingly disabling stages of MS. Once it gets bad enough, he wants primary custody of kids.

One would start by filing a petition for modification of parenting plan. The Court must find there is adequate cause for the petition, due to a...

No mediation results... what do I do if my ex doesn't pay for our results to be released from mediation?

Mediation usually involves a voluntary agreement between the parties. Arbitration involves a third-party arbiter deciding disputed issues. Thus,...