Can a Petition for dissolution be dismissed if I don't agree & it's the only state that has jurisdiction over a divorce action?

Interstate custody is complicated. There are general rules, and also exceptions. An attorney experienced in UCCJEA cases needs to review the...

Is there a time limit on college when it is on the parenting plan that parents pay?

You need to consult with an experienced family attorney, who will interview you about the details and review the existing court orders before...

How do I stop paying my ex support for 2 kids when the oldest is 19,graduated high school, not in college & living with me?

Normally you should be able to file a petition to modify based on your son being 19 and graduating. Sometimes DCS will do this for you, but you...

At what age are you legally allowed to decide where you want to live in the state of Washington

Only the parents of a child can legally care for them. The parents can authorize others to care for the child on a short term basis, or the court...

Is it legal to put a camera in a minors room?

It is not illegal to place a child video monitor in the room of young children. However, as they get older this may eventually constitute a serious...

Is breaking a parenting plan considered violating probation in King County WA ?

Your probation question should be re-posted in the criminal law forum. In addition, violation of the parenting plan may be contempt of court, and...

At what age are you no longer responsible for paying child support

Normally the child support obligation continues until the child is 18 and graduates from high school. Thus, child support may continue for a year...

Signed the claim property.

I agree 100% with what Ms. Denton says; her advice is excellent. The document the wife signed may not be binding; it should be reviewed by an...

Should I file for emancipation?

You don't give your age, but you sound like an exceptionally intelligent kid. Emancipation is sometimes an option, but is difficult to achieve; you...

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Ex is seeking to modify child support, oldest child is 12. What can I do to get more control of the situation and reduce?

(1) The courts usually keep DCS collection in the child support order if one party wants it. Sometimes it benefits both parties; you don't want to...