Missed 10 day deadline for a reconsideration motion

If you missed the deadline for a motion for reconsideration, you may still be able to file an appeal from the trial decision. Whether or not the...

Normally the no contact order is dismissed when the case is dismissed. However, a mistake on your part means jail. You should retain a good...

How many people are too many to have at a CPS/Police Investigation interview?

This sounds like an interview which may lead to a juvenile court dependency petition, loss of your foster care license, and perhaps even criminal...

Need to file emergency order in Washington for son in California....Need HELP ASAP

See my AVVO Legal Guides on child custody, CPS cases, and the UCCJEA for more information about the legal issues raised by your inquiry. Please...

Mother & son moved out of state for 18 years, and just learned that he spent most time sleeping in cars, shelter or group home.

This would be a difficult case. You should schedule a free 1/2 hour consultation with an attorney who has handled CPS or similar cases. It’s always...

Can my spouse charge me with child abduction if I leave with my child, whether I stay in WA, or leave the state?

This is a complicated issue. You should immediately consult with an experienced family law attorney. The general rule is that the court normally...

Son's mother left to California. Have serious safety concerns with son being with her.

You should immediately file a petition for a residential schedule. After the child has lived in CA for six months, jurisdiction is in CA. It’s...

Courts normally rule that the date of separation is the date on which the parties physically separated with the intent to divorce. If they are...

Divorced 03/2012 He bought a house for us on 02/2012 A month before we were finalized on divorce

If you can prove that your ex concealed assets from you and the court, you should be able to vacate the final decree for fraud and have the court...

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Divorced 03/2012 He bought a house for us on 02/2012 A month before we were finalized on divorce

If you can prove that your ex concealed assets from you and the court, you should be able to vacate the final decree for fraud and have the court...