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See my AVVO Legal Guide on the Uniform Child Custody and Jurisdiction Act (UCCJEA). Questions about interstate child custody are answered by this...
Federal Way, WA
Family Lawyer at Federal Way, WA
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See my AVVO Legal Guide on the Uniform Child Custody and Jurisdiction Act (UCCJEA). Questions about interstate child custody are answered by this...
It sounds like the mom is (or soon will be) in contempt. However, the judges do not easily grant an order of contempt. It would be best to consult...
The notice requirement varies from county to county. I have seen it as short as one week, and as long as 28 days. If it was court ordered, you...
As the non-custodial father you will need to petition the court for a modification to the parenting plan once you have moved. Your current plan...
Joint custody, or a true 50/50 plan, is rarely adopted by the court. Joint custody was abandoned by the court as a concept many years ago. The...
The mom's recent suicide attempt may well justify an order placing your son in your custody. Usually this is a sign of deeper problems, indicating...
Questions about child custody jurisdiction in two states are resolved by the UCCJEA (Uniform Child Custody Jurisdiction and Enforcement Act). See...
You can file a motion or petition to modify or vacate the 3rd party custody order. You would have to serve the paternal grandmother, and ask for a...
You should pay attention to what CPS says. If they feel that you are letting them see a dad who presents a danger to them, CPS can (if the evidence...
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