I have joint decision making for childcare, do i have a say in whether or not i want our son in this particular daycare?

Joint decision making will usually apply to daycare decisions. If dispute resolution is included in your parenting plan, then yes - you should...

What are my options to get my divorce finalized?

I'm not sure how the procedure works in Olympia, but in Spokane, the Court sets deadlines to keep cases moving forward. There are specific...

Can i file res judicata when a final judgement was made in the paternity action adjudicating the person not the father?

It would be best to consult an experienced family law attorney on this question. These are two separate causes of action, with distinct basis for...

Can my 14 year old daughter tell her father she no longer wants to live with him if he has custody?

It depends on the reasons she is asking for this. The parenting plan can be changed based on a substantial change in circumstances in the...

NNeed a dv attorney?

It sounds like he does need an attorney to help him. If he is in jail, he may qualify for a public defender. If you can afford it, search DV...

Can i be adopted at 13?

I agree - if you are in danger - call 911 and ask for help. There is a process called CHINS (Child in Need of Services) that you may also be...

It is each parent's responsibility to keep their address updated in the Court file. Once you have documented your efforts to personally serve the...

Can we schedule court appointed child visits for my husband even though we are still married?

I agree with Mr. Kelly. You can get a temporary parenting plan while you are going through a divorce - but you have to file a Petition (either for...

Greetings, My girlfriends ex, has taken it upon himself to "lower" her monthly child support by $400.

I agree. The remedy here is a motion for contempt. There is a valid court order which says how much he is supposed to pay, If he cannot afford...

CAN I HAVE CHILD CARE ADDED TO THE CHILD SUPPORT PAYMENTS?

You can also go to court on a Motion for Contempt for not complying with the Order of Child Support and ask for a Judgment in the amount of daycare...