What is the time frame someone can file for back support? Can someone file for back support after the child turns 18?

In Washington, child support can only be ordered prospectively. By that, I mean you may not seek child support for a period of time prior to the...

Can I amend a modification of Parenting Plan filed in December to include child support? Does it have to be served again?

I agree that per civil rules modifications should be granted liberally. So long as it is not on the eve of trial such that the other side has no...

In family court custody case, if the other side is found in contempt and ordered to pay, how do you go about collecting?

I would add that although garnishment statute (RCW 6.27.090) provides for attorney fees for the cost of a garnishment action, the garnishment...

If a person has a separate property IRA, does an after acquired spouse have inheritence rights?

If the widower contributes additional sums to the IRA after the date of marriage, those subsequent contributions would be community property. In...

It’s not clear what exactly you mean by “stripping him of his rights”. By law, a parent whose rights have not been terminated by a court order can...

If I'm the non custodial parent and want to keep my son do I need a lawyer if the custodial parent has residential custody?

You would definitely want to hire a lawyer if you are considering a change of custody. A change of custody ordinarily requires a substantial...

Is an attorney required for uncontested step parent adoption?

The process is not complicated. However, you should consider having a lawyer guide you through the process. In Washington, even a step parent...

I have a court order for child support and he refuses to get a job to pay. How can I have this enforced?

You should contact DCS (Division of Child Support- see paragraph 3.11 of your support order for the phone number for Support Registry -they can...

Victim of Domestic Violence, Protection orders denied and Judge taking personal interest of jurisdiction

I also find the facts you set forth confusing. Ordinarily, the petitioner secures a temporary order that requires the Respondent or alleged DV...

Can my ex claim my Son on her taxes when he has lived with me for the last 4 years.

I agree with Mr. Nguyen that you must follow the court order regardless of where the child actually lives and regardless of who actually provides...