What action can you take against a parent who is defying a court ordered parenting plan and denying access?

Violation of the parenting plan is normally contempt of court. It’s always best to consult with a good family law attorney to discuss the details...

Can I decline visitation of another parent during my residential time when I'm not with my children?

It depends on the wording of the parenting plan. If such visitation is not in the parenting plan, it need not be allowed. Violation of the PP,...

How will cohabitating with my ex for financial reasons effect my decree, alimony and child support?

You need to consult with an attorney to review the current orders and interview you about your financial situation. Normally, existing orders...

WA does not have the same statute. However, you can ask that the current child support order be modified to require exchange of tax returns each...

3rd party custody...I have temp custody of my grandson what happens if the mother does not take a drug test ordered by the court

The court may find the mom in contempt if she didn't follow the current order. The mom should schedule a consultation with a good attorney, who...

Can my ex take my son if he hasn't lived with him in over 3 years with little contact, but he has custody per the parenting plan

Normally the current parenting plan is enforceable until it is changed by another court order. You should consult with a good attorney about filing...

Normally you need 3 to 6 months to get a GAL report. Otherwise, the court is supposed to ask Family Court Services to do a report. The mom should...

My great grandson was taken from his. Mother 2 days ago. He was placed with my daughter who lives with her other daughter who is

The mom need to schedule a consultation with a good attorney, who will ask a more questions before giving advice. It’s always best to consult with...

My great grandson was taken from his. Mother 2 days ago. He was placed with my daughter who lives with her other daughter who is

The mom should schedule a consultation with a good attorney, who needs to ask a lot more questions before giving any advice. It’s always best to...

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Without a residential schedule put in place, can my daughter move out of WA without the consent of the father?

Normally I advise clients to get a court order authorizing the move before it is made. With no parenting plan you would not be in contempt, but he...