WA state parenting plan- how long does the NCP have to contest a temp. order before the case is closed?

The temporary parenting plan continues in effect until modified or replaced by the permanent plan. If there is no agreement or settlement, it would...

My husband and I have non-parental custody of a non relative child. What happens to her if we both die?

Upon your deaths either the biological mother or bio father could ask for custody. Your grown daughter could also file a petition for non parental...

Should I report my x husband for child porn?

This very important issue should be immediately discussed confidentially with a criminal law attorney.

Adoptive parents, just like biological parents, cannot relinquish their parental rights just because their child does not want to live with them....

Not living in the same area as a school dictrict - joing custody

A letter to the court would probably not be considered by a judge, or even filed in the Court file. A judge can consider only items which are...

As a non-custodial parent can I get a restraining order against an adult I don't want spending time with my minor child?

You say woman in her 30's is no danger to your 14 year old daughter, she's just immature, manipulative and irresponsible. That's not enough to get...

My x denied mediation to parenting plan, would it be better to file contempt as soon as possible or would it be ok to wait?

It's almost always better to file a motion for contempt than to wait, assuming that your evidence is strong. Note: in this situation, it may be...

How can I get a no contact order or restraining order against my 14 yr old stepdaughter?

You should go to the Spokane County Courthouse and ask to speak with a domestic violence advocate. They should help you fill out a petition for a...

My 16 yr old son is leaving an instiution that his dad had him put in and now wants to live with me-dad isn't going to agree...?

You say your ex has legal custody, but you signed over custody to the boy's grandparents so they could care for him in another state. Your son is...

My boys are 14 & 15 can they legaly choose to live with me? they have been with me , from conseption , even after the divorce..

The wishes of your teenage boys for custodial placement will be considered by the court, but is not binding on any judge. In your case, however, it...