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May I change my child's last name without notice to biological father who is not in the picture?

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 11, 2013

There is a statute allowing you to file a petition for a name change for your child. The father must be given notice. You should then be able to...

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Would Custodial Interference charges hold water against aunt based on a temporary custody order that had not been served?

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 11, 2013

Your inquiry raises significant issues about parenting plans, non-parental custody, criminal law, restrictions under RCW 26.09.191, service of...

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Is a proposed order of contempt required in a parenting plan case? (Snohomish County, WA)

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 11, 2013

I'm not sure from your inquiry whether you have filed the proper papers. You can't just file a petition for a parenting plan and then present a...

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I am wondering how to go about filing for name change for my daughter?

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 11, 2013

You don't have to do an adoption to get a name change. There is a simple statute to allow such a change by filing a petition and serving the other...

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How can I get my kids back from cps and 'my mother in law' with bein broke n having no help??

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 11, 2013

Your court assigned attorney is required to represent you in this case, and is ethically bound to follow your directions. If you want to fight, the...

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My Girlfriend and I want to move out of Washington state and with her 9 month old and there is no parenting plane been order.

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 11, 2013

The answer depends on a lot of details that you don't provide, including the existence of a paternity affidavit, a court order regarding paternity,...

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What are some good points to bring up in a child custody dispute in WA state?

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 11, 2013

Take a look at my AVVO Legal Guides on child custody and parantage cases for information about the legal issues raised by your inquiry. Please keep...

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I want a divorce

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 04, 2013

(1) Option #1: If you really want a divorce, you will get one if you ask. WA is a "no-fault" state, so no one has to prove that anyone did anything...

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Can a 22 year old be adopted without parents signature?

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 04, 2013

Yes. An adult adoption can be accomplished without the consent of the biological parents, as long as the adult being adopted consents. The adoption...

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Wrongfully accused of neglecting my fiance's 5yr old daughter. Am I entitled a public def if I cant afford 2 get my own2fight?

Bruce's answer | Answered on October 04, 2013

You should retain an attorney to try to file a motion to intervene in the CPS case. You would have to prove that you are a "de facto" parent under...

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May I change my child's last name without notice to biological father who is not in the picture?

Would Custodial Interference charges hold water against aunt based on a temporary custody order that had not been served?

Is a proposed order of contempt required in a parenting plan case? (Snohomish County, WA)

I am wondering how to go about filing for name change for my daughter?

How can I get my kids back from cps and 'my mother in law' with bein broke n having no help??

My Girlfriend and I want to move out of Washington state and with her 9 month old and there is no parenting plane been order.

What are some good points to bring up in a child custody dispute in WA state?

I want a divorce

Can a 22 year old be adopted without parents signature?

Wrongfully accused of neglecting my fiance's 5yr old daughter. Am I entitled a public def if I cant afford 2 get my own2fight?