My spouse and I signed a joinder together but now I want to revoke it. I am the petitioner how do I revoke the joinder in Wa?

Normally, a joinder is best revoked by filing a document with the court captioned "Revocation of Joinder". It must be filed with the Court Clerk...

Does the court have jurisdiction over a parneting plan if they are residents of another state?

I am a retired JAG Lt. Col., and we answer many questions about divorce involving two or more states. Normally, the divorce is filed in the state...

What Happen if I cant show up for hearing date?

Your best bet is to retain a good family law attorney at once. I would file a motion for continuance (if the opposing attorney won't agree to it)....

My wife of 18yrs wants a divorce & says that she can make me leave my home. We hav a 7 & 14 year old daughters

You say you have been verbally harsh, went to rehab for alcohol, and are staying in your Mom's house. Under these conditions, it is likely that the...

Divorcing Substance abusing husband

If your husband has committed domestic violence (DV) you should seek a protection order. A DV advocate should be available at the courthouse to...

I also want to know if it is putting my custody in jeapordy if I move again in 2 years to a different school district. I live in

As a general rule, family law judges like to see stability and consistency in a parent's child care. Frequent moves tend to disrupt childhood...

Who is really there for the children if the state clearly isn't and the parents have lost focus and are being selfish and mean?

It is true that representation in court by a good lawyer makes a difference. My goal is to get the truth to the judge, so a good decision can be...

Your friend could file charges with the King County Prosecutor for custodial interference. The parental kidnapping is a federal statute, and...

What are the steps I need to do to get custody of my daughter when the custodian parent is now in jail?

It sounds like you have visitation rights, and the custodial father of your children is in jail. Normally you should file a petition to modify the...

Child custody with one recently engaged parent

It's encouraging that you and your fiance are supported by the GAL for custody. You ask if the two of you should get married to increase your...