Trial after responding to the divorce petition

There will be a trial on any item(s) not agreed on by the parties. Once you file an answer, she is not supposed to be able to modify the petition...

Custody/Relocation in Washington State

See my AVVO Legal Guides on interstate child custody, relocation, and domestic violence. My experience is that the courts are reluctant to allow...

I'm unaware of a legal requirement that specifies a minimum age for babysitting. Here's an excerpt from womensforum.com: "Many states do not...

How can i get an old temporary parenting plan enforced until I file for a modified order?

You need to get a copy of the final orders, and a copy of the docket sheet that lists all the filings. A ten year old temporary order is probably...

I need a no contact order lifted to see my ex fiance and get my property that she wont give return. How do I do it?

You can probably file a motion in the no contact case and ask the judge to order her to return the property. I know what you are talking about, as...

(1) It's unlikely that someone would be able to get your insurance to cover an injury claim that's not supported by strong medical evidence. (2) On...

Does an officer have to tell me if there is a restraining order in place on me from my ex bf?

Normally a police officer would answer this question, but there's no legal requirement to do so. Obviously, the officer would tell you of the...

Can a WA dissolution be modified regarding a promissory note 5 years after the divorce is final?

It sounds like you'd like to re-distribute the house value and the retirement to reach equality at present day values. Normally the courts won't do...

What papers do I need to file to be able to contest a request for post-secondary support?

You have to respond in a timely manner to her motion for contempt; otherwise she'll win by default. At the very least you need to file (1) the...

How do i prove my ex partners self employed income after bankruptcy when he continues to work

I assume that this is a child support issue. Your best bet is to try to collect through the WA Division of Child Support (DCS). If DCS can't do it,...