26 month marriage and retirement and child custody

This is a short term marriage. Retirement benefits acquired by you during the marriage and prior to separation are community property; normally...

Where do I pick up with my modification trial?

It sounds like at this point you need to review your Case Scheduling Order to see what task or deadline should be addressed. If you want a...

What are my rights as an unwed mother/resident of WA state? I want to protect my child, focus on health/growth & development.

You should schedule a free 1/2 hour consultation with an experienced family law attorney. See my AVVO Legal Guides on parentage cases for more...

My daughters father is in prison we had a parenting plan do I need to change the plan or file restraining order

You need to consult with an experienced attorney about modifying your parenting plan. See my AVVO Legal Guides on modifications, and on...

I received a judgement against my x-husband during our divorce for bills he filed bankruptcy on, And I became responsible for

(1) As you learned, many monetary judgments for debts (except certain debts like child support or spousal maintenance) can be discharged in...

No Contact Orders

The person who has the NCO against them cannot communicate with the victim, even if the victim communicates and asks for an answer. My AVVO Answers...

I am in divorce process. My husband has asked our 16 yr old son to emancipate himself to avoid child support. what should I do?

Involving the kids in the divorce is very harmful for them. You should bring this to the court's attention. If you can afford a GAL you should get...

If a hearing is continued, doesn't either party have the opportunity to file a supplement 2/1 day prior to the

Normally if all pleadings have been filed and the case is continued, no new pleadings are allowed except by court order. Thanks for your email....

Family law.. can I file contempt for fraudulence or similar charge? undeniable perjury

You'll need to consult with an attorney to review the pleadings before advice is given on this issue. My AVVO Answers and Legal Guides on contempt...

Although the parents are normally allowed to spank their kids, third parties normally are not (unless both parents consent). If you file a motion...