Child transfers - who should and should not be doing these - should it be limited to mother and father only?

Normally the court allows a parent to use another person to transport a child when it is reasonable to do so (e.g., employment). If the person...

What are my rights to claim my kids that are overseas with my ex's family?

You need to consult with an attorney about enforcing your current parenting plan. See my AVVO Legal Guides on international child custody, the...

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Is a judges oral words just as good as the order?

The order that was filed with the court has to be followed until it has been modified by another court order. The attorneys and judges do sometimes...

What if no parent has signed on the Declaration for Proposed Parenting Plan?

To answer this question an experienced attorney needs to review the pleadings (including the court ordered parenting plan) and interview you...

How to initiate a judge to judge conference between WA and AK?

The issue of jurisdiction in interstate custody cases is complicated, as you have discovered. Normally, the issue is decided by filing a motion in...

Can I file a response to a motion/declaration for temporary order permitting relocation of a child (MTAF)?

You need to file a response to the motion and declaration; you cannot just wait for the hearing. You also need to file an Objection to Petition to...

Motion for Revision Snohomish County

I'd file the motion to revise. It’s always best to consult with a good family law attorney to discuss the details before you act. See my AVVO...

Is there a form needed to file discovery questions and how do I proceed if I've already asked for the information?

Your letter request for documents and information does not constitute formal discovery under the Civil Rules. You cannot file a motion to compel...

What is and would this be abandonment?

If he is having or requesting current contact with the kids, he is not currently abandoning them. Evidence of past abandonment is relevant in any...

If she had not been paying rent, it might have been possible to simply order her off the property, and call the police for trespass. Since she has...