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Custody agreement

Bruce's answer | Answered on December 31, 2014

The mom needs to consult an experienced attorney immediately. Informal custody agreements are unenforceable until they are adopted by court order....

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Where do I go to file for non-parental custody of my grandchild in kent washington

Bruce's answer | Answered on December 31, 2014

If CPS took your grandchild, you need to file an appearance in the juvenile dependency case. You should probably also file a non-parental custody...

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Can the state take a child away from the mother an father if thear together but only the mother has a drug problom ?

Bruce's answer | Answered on December 31, 2014

It sounds like the mom and dad were not married; they had their child living with them; the mom was on drugs; CPS removed the child due to the...

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How do I file for a divorce if my "spouse" lives in another country? We have been separated for over 3 years now.

Bruce's answer | Answered on December 31, 2014

When your spouse resides in another country you can file for divorce in WA state and serve him personally in the other country. You have to follow...

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Paperwork to file a minor modification versus a major?

Bruce's answer | Answered on December 31, 2014

Yes, the issues for a major and minor modification of a parenting plan are different. See my AVVO Answers and Legal Guides on parenting plans and...

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Social security number, ID and Drivers Licence

Bruce's answer | Answered on December 30, 2014

I agree with Mr. Nguyen. You should re-post this question on the immigration forum.

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I loaned money to a family member and hold the deed of trust. How can I get my money back?

Bruce's answer | Answered on December 30, 2014

You say "I need a lawyer to review the documents that I have and advise if any assistance can be provided. " That's correct. Hire one and do that....

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How can the Indian Child Welfare Act help my case?

Bruce's answer | Answered on December 30, 2014

Your question involves the ICWA (regarding custody of Indian Children), tribal courts, modification of a parenting plan, interstate jurisdiction,...

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Arbitration for child support modification completed just a few months ago, is it too soon to request adjustment?

Bruce's answer | Answered on December 30, 2014

It sounds like your income has substantially changed since the entry of the last order. If so, you may be able to file a motion to vacate the prior...

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My ex garnished my bank acct, freezing assets. I've contacted her lawyer to resolve. They are dragging their feet. Can I compel?

Bruce's answer | Answered on December 30, 2014

It's not wrongful garnishment unless there's a court order saying that collection will be done by DCS. See my AVVO Answers and Legal Guides on...

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Custody agreement

Where do I go to file for non-parental custody of my grandchild in kent washington

Can the state take a child away from the mother an father if thear together but only the mother has a drug problom ?

How do I file for a divorce if my "spouse" lives in another country? We have been separated for over 3 years now.

Paperwork to file a minor modification versus a major?

Social security number, ID and Drivers Licence

I loaned money to a family member and hold the deed of trust. How can I get my money back?

How can the Indian Child Welfare Act help my case?

Arbitration for child support modification completed just a few months ago, is it too soon to request adjustment?

My ex garnished my bank acct, freezing assets. I've contacted her lawyer to resolve. They are dragging their feet. Can I compel?