Questions answered by Kevin R. Richardson

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Will I be entitled to 1/2 of the value of her pension?

Kevin's answer | Answered on March 10, 2016

The quick answer is "quite likely." However, what you need to do is set up an appointment with an attorney to discuss your unique situation and...

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Do I have to file the final divorce docs which are signed by both parties before the court date? Or hand them over on court date

Kevin's answer | Answered on March 08, 2016

Typically, when you check in for the hearing you will hand forward your proposed final orders. I typically recommend people to have the documents...

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Can we add the final details of mutually agreed division of assets AFTER filing & BEFORE court date? How is this done?

Kevin's answer | Answered on March 06, 2016

Local jurisdictions vary on procedure and you should have your work checked by an attorney before finalizing the dissolution. I recommend each of...

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How do I initiate mediation to change our parenting plan, as that is what is required for dispute resolution per the plan?

Kevin's answer | Answered on January 24, 2016

You do not have to go through mediation to get a temporary restraining order to protect our children. You can go to the court and ask for an Ex...

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How does community property apply to assets in a divorce in Washington state?

Kevin's answer | Answered on January 22, 2016

There's a most often repeated phrase spoken by family law attorneys several times a week it seems. It says that "all property, both separate and...

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What would be a equitable distribution? Should the long term care that is paying for his care now be put in the equation?

Kevin's answer | Answered on January 21, 2016

There is only one real honest and helpful answer to your situation. And, the other attorneys have already said it: you need to speak to an...

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What would be a equitable distribution? Should the long term care that is paying for his care now be put in the equation?

Kevin's answer | Answered on January 20, 2016

The absolute best most honest answer is "you need to speak to an attorney right away." You have too many significant issues to address through this...

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Can I file for guardianship in WA instead of CA?

Kevin's answer | Answered on January 18, 2016

The short answer is yes. However, it can be much more complicated or simple depending on a whole bunch of information that is missing. In all...

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How can I get my Personal Items in a divorce

Kevin's answer | Answered on January 16, 2016

It sounds like you may be restrained from the home or maybe even from having contact with your X. You need to be careful not to violate any...

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How do I hire a divorce lawyer, as a stay-at-home mother, with no income of my own?

Kevin's answer | Answered on January 16, 2016

I would ask you to set up a consultation with an attorney or sit down with an attorney through your local legal clinic and have someone explain the...

Kevin R. Richardson's Answers (168)

Will I be entitled to 1/2 of the value of her pension?

Do I have to file the final divorce docs which are signed by both parties before the court date? Or hand them over on court date

Can we add the final details of mutually agreed division of assets AFTER filing & BEFORE court date? How is this done?

How do I initiate mediation to change our parenting plan, as that is what is required for dispute resolution per the plan?

How does community property apply to assets in a divorce in Washington state?

What would be a equitable distribution? Should the long term care that is paying for his care now be put in the equation?

What would be a equitable distribution? Should the long term care that is paying for his care now be put in the equation?

Can I file for guardianship in WA instead of CA?

How can I get my Personal Items in a divorce

How do I hire a divorce lawyer, as a stay-at-home mother, with no income of my own?