How do I petition the courts to disestablish paternity for my 3 year old daughter? In Pierce County Superior court Tacoma, WA

If you were married, you can file a petition to disestablish paternity. Otherwise, since there is no paternity established, you would file a...

My husband forged my signature for a tax return in 2010 and illegally claimed my 3 kids. 2013 broke court order. HELP?????

It sounds like you can file an amended return on the taxes; talk to your CPA about that. You can also file a motion for contempt if he violated the...

Am I responsible for a tax debt that was the result of something that happened before marriage?

Normally you won't be responsible for your ex's pre-marriage tax obligations. You should consult a CPA about this issue. Make sure your divorce...

Can the state order you to pay child support if the custody trial is in appeal? Or does the appeal prevent action until final?

The court normally retains jurisdiction over child support if the only issue at trial was custody. You can possibly challenge jurisdiction by...

Do I motion or file? A bit confused on exactly what I do.

Q: Do I motion a default, or do I just file it? A: You would file a motion for default if your ex has not filed a response to your petition. If...

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What steps do I take to turn in a modified agreed order for parenting plan?

Normally you would have to file a petition for minor modification of the parenting plan. You might be able to do a simple motion to vacate the...

In a 3rd party custody,temp custodian was JUST arrested for DV, prejudices are happening. can. Cps take child from friend?

CPS is authorized to take a child from any non-parent who has no legal authority (like a custody order or foster care license). If the non-parent...

3rd party custody, custodian is arrested for dv can Cps take child from Family friend w/ kids just because they're not family?

CPS can take custody of a child from a non-parent who has no court order for custody and is not licensed for foster care. See my AVVO Legal Guides...

What will this mean?

File a response, personally appear at the default hearing, and explain your situation. If you don't, the default order will be entered, and the...

My son's wife is in drug court. My son is on MAT but the court wants him to stop or lose his family.

Your son should make sure the court has all his evidence of compliance. See my AVVO Legal Guides on parenting plans, CPS cases, and 26.09.191...