Divorce - Response Papers. What happens if the respondent doesn't turn the papers in.

He can file a response prior to entry of the order of default. If he does, the court should not enter the default order. Even if you get the...

I have filed the papers for a divorce about 12 days ago, how long do I have to serve my ex?

You usually have 90 days after filing to serve. Otherwise you have to re-file and serve. If you can't find him for service, you can get a court...

Can the default stand?

It sounds like you filed a motion for default that was not ruled on before he filed his response to your petition. If so, you have a contested case...

How long after a Judges decree on a divorce must i wait for my spouse to comply before filing for a default judgement?

It sounds like she is clearly in violation of the decree. If so, you need to file a motion for contempt. The judge can give her a deadline to...

Can alimony be written according to income?

You can (1) wait till he is employed and then set the alimony; (2) sign as is and file a motion for modification based on a change of circumstances...

Aside from refinancing or selling, how can my name be removed from a mortgage if it wasnt in the divorce decree?

You should file a motion to re-open the divorce and deal with this issue. Note: even if the decree says that hour ex must pay the mortgage until it...

Hello I am in a bind MY wife told me she has an attorney and is filing for divorce she left with the kids yesterday and wont let

Check with Lawyers.com, Martindale-Hubbell, or AVVO for a family law attorney in your area. See my AVVO Legal Guides on divorce, restraining orders...

Does Washington state acknowledge common law marriage? If so what are the qualifications?

No, WA does not recognize "common law marriages." However, the court does take jurisdiction in basically the same situations. If formalized with...

Where the noncustodial parent has an irregular work schedule, most judges will allow more flexibility than what's been given in your case. You...

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Started our custody case in AZ, but now live in WA, and have for the last 3 yrs. I want to make some changes, where do I start?

Start by registering your AZ parenting plan in WA; it then is enforceable here under the Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act. In...