Usually it is at time of separation unless negotiated differently.

How quickly can I file for dissolution of marriage in WA state?

There is a three month built in waiting period meaning the quickest one can be divorced is on the 91st day after filing. There is no waiting...

I would like to modify my parenting plan to a co parenting 50/50 custody arrangement. What steps do I need to take to do so?

You can try to invoke your dispute resolution process first to see if you can get a resolution that way. If not you would have to file a Petition...

Can husband demand half of assets held prior to marriage and half of inheritance if my father dies during marriage?

All property is before the court in a dissolution of marriage, community and separate. In a short term marriage the court is to put the parties in...

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The person who has a third party nonparental custody of my children, has moved without following the court order to noitify me

I agree with Mr. Tanner if there is a court order to enforce. Did you have an agreement or a parenting plan? You do not have contempt of a court...

Is any money/business, etc. acquired during a marriage both spouses $? My ex is claiming how poor he is. His wife has a lot of $

Washington state is a community property state and usually assets accrued during marriage, as well as debts, are characterized as community. if...

Can one sue for verbal and mental abuse?

Your client needs to get a parenting plan. The parenting plan will set up communication parameters.

How to enforce an out of state decree when both parties and children reside in Washington?

It depends how long the chlldren have lived in this state but if it was long enough per the statute you register the order as Mr. Hawkins...

Answering questions or information to New girl Friend, reguarding child visitation schedule/Child Support.

You are not in contempt as there is not order to be in contempt of. I would note a hearing for Temporary Orders. Let the judge decide. I would...

What would be a fair settlement or judgment in my case?

There is not way to give you an accurate prediction with the brief you wrote. In this state the marriage would be considered a short term marriage...