My husband and I are going through a divorce. I was diagnosed with a blood cancer several years ago. Is this legally important?

Yes. Your medical condition may indicate a special need for spousal maintenance, medical insurance, and/or disproportionate division of assets and...

In Wa how long do I have to file an appeal against a false

The normal time allowed for a motion to reconsider or revise is 10 days. The normal time for an appeal from an appealable court order is 30 days....

I have trial in 4 weeks, the moving party just informed me they "forgot" about paying half the GAL retainer....

In my cases, when the opposing party fails to promptly pay the GAL fees, I advise my client to front the money to avoid delay, and then ask for a...

Can a child custody jurisdiction decision for CA be appealed in the state of WA? Or a new case started to fight the decision?

These are complicated cases. An attorney cannot advise you without a full interview and a review of the court pleadings. It’s always best to...

I would like to relocate with my children, but my parenting plan is not finalized, what can I do?

You normally won't be allowed to relocate without a court order. It’s always best to consult with a good family law attorney to discuss the details...

Can my ex wife relocate our kids when she is not the custodial parent?

She cannot relocate with two boys who are in your custody, and the court won't simply change custody to satisfy what the boys want. If your ex...

If the hearing was a family law motion, if someone shows up late it is usually re-set at the end of the calendar that morning (or afternoon). It...

Right of first refusal

It depends on what your parenting plan says. It’s always best to consult with a good family law attorney to discuss the details before you act. See...

You need to follow the current parenting plan until there is another court order modifying it. Under the circumstances you describe, you will...

What is the first step I take to get custody of my girls from my mom?

I assume your mom got a court order giving her non-parental custody. The theory of such a case is that the custody is temporary, and will be...