What happens if one party doesn't attend the Sharing the Children Seminar?

Usually, in Spokane, the timeline for taking the seminar is pretty loose. I have not personally see it affect either party negatively, but I do...

What steps should a mother take before moving out of state with her child, if the father is abusive and they were never married?

Unfortunately, you will need to post this question in the IL forum as the child's home state is IL and their laws will govern how you need to...

Is Committed Intimate Relationship Dissolutions agreement valid?

It sounds like you signed a non legal agreement. This may or may not be binding on you depending on how it was written and if it was filed with...

Child Relocation out of state

You can certainly file your objection and have a hearing, but there is a presumption that the moving parent can relocate and you have also not done...

Can we schedule a Motion for Calendar with only parenting class remaining?

You should be fine to schedule. Just be aware that you cannot make any changes to court documents unless you have completed the mandatory class.

I am 3 months pregnant and the father doesn't want to be involved at all, can I do it alone if I am able?

He cannot sign away his rights unless there is someone else willing to step in and assume them (like an adoptive step father). That said, and you...

I am wondering what I need to do to make it So I am legally the parent who is considered the custodial parent.

If you do not have a legal parenting plan/residential schedule, you need to file a petition to have that established. Is the child support order...

We agree on a parenting plan so how do we fill the form out and get it approved?

You can prevent agreed orders to the judge to be signed. It might be wise to use the Court facilitator to check them over before you take them to...

I agree with the other answers. As long as your brother in law lives in your home and is of suitable age and discretion, he can accept service on...

I'm trying to adopt my niece I have legal guardianship and don't know where to start

You may want to contact your local bar association for a referral to an adoption attorney in your area. If you are low income, you may qualify for...