Am i eligable for an annulment or am i going to have to file for divorce?

An annulment can be granted for fraud, but the fraud is usually something like already being married. You should schedule a free consultation with...

What age does a child have the right to choose if she to see the other parnet in washington state?

See my AVVO Legal Guide on Modification of a Parenting Plan. There is no age at which a child can choose a custodian or visitation schedule ....

Both parties are yelling and screaming at each other: does this constitute domestic violence?

See my AVVO Legal Guide on domestic violence (DV). Spitting on someone would normally be considered DV. DV includes any word (like a physical...

Want to give custody to grandparents

Your in laws could file a Nonparental Custody Petition. See my 3 AVVO Legal Guides on Grandparent and Nonparental Custody. Jurisdiction would be in...

In loco parentis ("in the place of a parent") refers to a person or entity who takes on the legal responsibilities of a parent. There is no...

You might be able to get some help by scheduling a free consult with an Olympia adoption attorney.

How do I get a divorce when husband abanded me and my son and went back to Mexico.

You should file a petition for dissolution of marriage. Schedule a free consult with a local family law attorney.

Your son's recently purchased car broke down, and you ask about his rights. Normally, it's "the buyer beware" in a private purchase. You should...

Am i legally required to pay half of my wifes rent while we are separated?

After physical separation with the intent to divorce, you are each responsible for your own debts until a court order is entered. The court could...

My daughter had a baby she didnt want. She handed him to me and asked me to raise him.

See my AVVO Legal Guides on Grandparent and Nonparental Custody (Parts 1 and 2). It sounds like the court orders made you the "nonparental...