As the only remaining biological parent, you have the absolute right to custody unless there is a prior court order restraining you from custody or...

Where can we get help making sure our divorce papers are filled our correctly? Should we see a paralegal?

A paralegal may be able to help you. The King County Bar Association also sometimes schedules clinics for people to discuss their pleadings. It’s...

If the mom has custody, but is neglecting your stepson, your husband should consult with a good family law attorney about possibly modifying the...

I never signed away my parental rights, never told they were being taken away my daughter wants to live with me can I go get her

You should file a motion in your family law case to enforce your current parenting plan, since it appears that there is no court order modifying...

What do you think a judge decision would be concerning my daughters father?

Normally a modification won't be granted in such a case unless there is very clear evidence of a change in the dad's behavior. From what you say,...

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Is pre divorce conduct ever admissible in modification

Normally the facts justifying a modification have to occur after the original parenting plan was adopted. My experience, however, is that the...

Can the father stop me if i want to bring my child move out of state?

You need to retain an attorney as soon as possible. The only safe route is usually to file a petition to establish a parenting plan that allows the...

How do I find out what my options are to be able to get my daughter back since cps wont return my calls or allow me to make appt

You should immediately consult with an experienced attorney. If a petition has been filed in juvenile court, you will be assigned a court appointed...

What are my rights?

You should file a petition to establish a parenting plan. In theory, both biological parents have equal rights to custody. In paternity cases, the...

Does a child have to go to grandparents?

You should consult with an experienced attorney about filing a non-parental custody petition. These are difficult cases. It’s always best to...