Our granddaughters 7 and 2 are living with us. Our daughter, their mother has never been married. The girls have differ

A nonparental custody petition can be granted by the court only when (a) the child is not in the physical custody of a parent, or both parents are...

I'm the non-custodial parent and my 9-year old son is showing deep signs of emotional stress. Legally, what should I do?

The behavior you describe (suicidal thoughts, spreading feces) is very disturbing. You should immediately see an experienced attorney to review the...

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I need to know the first steps to getting a restraining order dropped...my childrens' father can't come near us

Go back to the court which issued the order. Ask to speak with a facilitator. They should help you fill out a motion to vacate the existing...

How can I get more time with my child

You don't say whether you and the mom are married or unmarried, or if a parenting plan has been adopted in court. The answer to your question...

Me and my girlfriend were living together for the last three years recently she went to florida for a funeral

Her possessions remain hers, even though she has moved. Contact her and ask her what she wants you to do with them. It's always best to try to...

Do you need a lawyer to do a parenting agreement.

There is no legal requirement for a lawyer to draft your parenting agreement. However, attorneys can definitely be helpful. You owe it to yourself...

If one of the spouses moves out before the other's stock options vest, is that stock shared as part of community property?

In most of the cases I have seen, vesting is not the main issue -- creation of the right to vest is more important. In the situation you describe,...

Can my husband file divorce and serve me the paper in Washington State when I live oversea?

It is possible for a US citizen to file for divorce here, and serve the foreign national spouse here. However, the law on the issue of personal...

Mediation/divorce/bankruptcy/joint custody

Washington does not recognize the concept of "joint custody," even when the parties agree. 50-50 shared residential time is sometimes allowed where...

Can DSHS Child support division hold up a divorce? Pierce County

The state Division of Child Support must be notified of any child support issue in a divorce if state aid has been given to the children. If they...