My ex moves to HI in 6 months, should I file for child support modification since custody arrangements will change?

Q: "Court determined I have the girls 70% and he, 30% (not sure how that's figured out)." A: The percentage of residential time is normally...

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If your ex owes back child support (as opposed to back spousal support) you should apply for collection services from the state Division of Child...

Married for 41 years not together.Marriage legal?

You are married until divorced. See my AVVO Legal Guides on marriage and divorce for more information about the legal issues raised by your...

I request a protection order and was denied ..i want to file for harrasment and I want to make sure is approved

Go to the county courthouse and talk with the domestic violence workers. They will help you fill out and get an anti-harassment order if you...

Started using my maiden name 25 years ago after a divorce. What legal steps do I take for legal name change to get a passport?

Mr. Couture is correct. The name change is simple. The passport issue will depend on what the Department of State requires. You can get all the...

Can a Motion for Reconsideration be filed 4 yrs after divorce, when IRS investigation reveals 1 party misrepresented income?

Civil Rule 60(b)(4) should allow you to file a motion to vacate the prior order based on fraud. If your motion is granted, you should ask that...

How much will it cost for uncontested divorce with no kids.but there is a 401 k involved .

Most attorneys charge by the hour; a few will do an uncontested divorce for a flat fee. See my AVVO Legal Guides on divorce and division of assets...

My understanding is that WA is a community property state.

Mr. Couture is correct. The court can assign responsibility for debts in the divorce, but that's only between the husband and wife. After the...

How to get my wife off mortgage loan after divorce without refinancing

Q: "How can I get my wife off the loan without refinancing?" A: Only 2 ways to do so: refinance or sell. Q: "Can divorce court in the divorce...

Ms. Forest is correct. See my AVVO Legal Guides on parenting plans, modification and contempt for more information about the legal issues raised by...