Questions answered by Gavin S West

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How do I do I process a quit claim deed without paying a massive tax penalty?

Gavin's answer | Answered on August 27, 2015

You are likely thinking of the WA real estate excise tax (REET), and your deed may qualify under a gift exemption, but you'd need to research or...

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How to divide inheritance unequally between siblings?

Gavin's answer | Answered on August 20, 2015

Your desire to have your parents properly plan their estate is reasonable, and I agree with John's answer; you have many options. Helping them...

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Spousal support

Gavin's answer | Answered on March 27, 2015

I agree with what the other attorneys have said. You should be concerned with what the spousal support ends up being, but also possible property...

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I lost my job recently. One month ago there was a modification of child support but I had dismissed it, prior to that other

Gavin's answer | Answered on March 25, 2015

You may be able to get the amount you owe each month changed, but I'd need to know more many details about your case to know the right way you...

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Last will wife has 3/4 of the initial investment into their home and wants her daughter to receive her share of the family home

Gavin's answer | Answered on March 25, 2015

This sounds like the husband may want to continue to live in the home, or even inherit it, rather than a daughter. Community property rights, and...

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Seal a case

Gavin's answer | Answered on March 24, 2015

To add to what the others have responded, you have some very important concerns, and you're asking many good questions. There are many factors to...

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How are income taxes handled for 2014. I have filed for divorce.

Gavin's answer | Answered on March 02, 2015

I agree with what's been said, and want to add that you didn't mention whether you have a CPA (or divorce attorney). If you're filing your divorce...

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Usually how many days per week a father can Have/see his child per week after separation while the mother had domestic violence?

Gavin's answer | Answered on March 02, 2015

You probably have a very good case for getting a parenting plan you're happy with. You didn't mention whether you've filed for divorce yet, or...

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Can a father take his child to another home away from the mother before applying for separation and parental plan?

Gavin's answer | Answered on March 02, 2015

Know that taking the child out of state could cause major problems. The parents should try to stay close to each other. Before an out of state...

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Inheritance/Contract Law

Gavin's answer | Answered on March 02, 2015

To add to other's comments, you likely have some remedies which would require research to know for sure. Depending on the size of the...

Gavin S West's Answers (111)

How do I do I process a quit claim deed without paying a massive tax penalty?

How to divide inheritance unequally between siblings?

Spousal support

I lost my job recently. One month ago there was a modification of child support but I had dismissed it, prior to that other

Last will wife has 3/4 of the initial investment into their home and wants her daughter to receive her share of the family home

Seal a case

How are income taxes handled for 2014. I have filed for divorce.

Usually how many days per week a father can Have/see his child per week after separation while the mother had domestic violence?

Can a father take his child to another home away from the mother before applying for separation and parental plan?

Inheritance/Contract Law