Is "Parent" defined in Washington State when it comes to Non-Parental custody petitions. RCW 26.10.030? Is a custodian a parent?

If I understand the situation, the aunt and uncle of two boys obtained a non-parental custody decree for the boys. The mother is deceased, and the...

Do I have grounds to ask for change to parenting agreement

If the dad files a motion to reinstate visitations, you have to answer his motion. You can ask for a change of visitations, but probably that won't...

In my dissolution paperwork with my 2nd husband, what info do I need to include about my children from my 1st marriage?

List all children, and indicate which ones are and are not of the current marriage. It’s always best to consult with a good family law attorney to...

How can I file to have my child's father's parental rights taken away?

The dad's rights cannot be taken away except in a CPS or adoption case, and in those cases the evidence must be very strong. Abandonment is usually...

Acussing or having an affair during marriage its enough to loose custody of kids

WA is a "no fault" state. Affairs are usually irrelevant. It’s always best to consult with a good family law attorney to discuss the details...

Check your parenting plan. Most PPs provide that joint major decision making includes health (except emergencies), education and religion. Other...

I'm pro se at the moment. I have a motion hearing tomorrow, I haven't been served. Family law.

Make sure you show up at the hearing. Here are some thoughts that occur to me: (1) Since you were not served, the court should not grant the...

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You may be able to vacate the current order under Civil Rule 60(b) based on excusable neglect (if within a year of the order) or fraud (if more...

International family law attorney

Do a search on AVVO. You'll find a number of attorneys experienced in international divorces, including me. See my AVVO Legal Guides on divorce...

The answer varies from country to country. The general rule is that a foreign divorce will be honored in the US if the family law rules are...