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Can you have mediation meetings instead of going to actual court to make an agreement on visitation for a child?
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Answered on February 22, 2014
I agree with Mr. Houston except that I think the child's age is an important factor in determining whether or not visitation should be supervised...
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Is participating in an early settlement conference with the judge a good idea, or do you think attending mediation is
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Answered on February 22, 2014
If you are represented by counsel, participating in an early settlement conference with the judge can be a good option.
If you are not...
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My son was falsely accused by girlfriend of assault. She agrees to drop charges. Can this be handled out of court in mediation
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Answered on February 22, 2014
I agree 100% with Mr. Spale and Mr. Bull. Once domestic violence charges are filed, the victim does not necessarily have any say in whether or not...
Construction contractor taking me to small claims - mediation. How to proceed?
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Answered on February 22, 2014
Because this is in small claims court, neither of you may be represented by counsel. You should definitely attend that mediation.
Without...
Can I go to a pre trial conference without an attorney and will I be able to speak to the judge?
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Answered on February 22, 2014
Whether or not you should secure new counsel or proceed on a pro se basis depends on your personal strengths and skills, the type of case, the...
Child support modification - came to agreement in mediation for an effective date but needs to be approved by court, Retro?
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Answered on February 22, 2014
You are correct that the does not ordinarily permit retroactive modifications. However, you misunderstand what the court deems to be...
How to postpone mediation?
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Answered on February 22, 2014
Unless the court has ordered that your mediation occur by a certain date, opposing counsel should be respectful of your need to schedule...
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My husband has 2 daughters from a previous marriage. He just found out today the oldest moved out with her boyfriend and the
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Answered on February 17, 2014
In regards to the older child, if a child moves out of the home and moves in with her boyfriend, if you could prove that, this could provide a...
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Is it considered abandonment in WA when a baby is left with her grandma for 4 months and counting?
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Answered on February 17, 2014
Below is the language of the statute. If the child is left with grandma, and grandma is providing good care, you just ask 1) why and how was the...
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Question about divorce without lawyers
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Answered on February 17, 2014
I do not believe that every person who gets a divorce needs to hire a lawyer. And some people can enter into a settlement agreement and not have a...
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