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MN resident turned WA resident where would custody suit take place now?

Dave's answer | Answered on October 03, 2012

Yes, if you have lived here for more than 6 moths and there are no court orders regarding visitation or custody in any other state, Washington...

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Can an attorney call at 630pm and say you have to be in court at 930am the next morning for something to do with child custody

Dave's answer | Answered on October 03, 2012

Sure, it's not ideal by any means, but if there is an emergency ex parte proceeding, notice by phone is not uncommon. If you can't appear for some...

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Is it fair for a school to not give a sport even though students are asking for it?

Dave's answer | Answered on October 03, 2012

It's all a question of money -- can the school district afford it? Times are tough.

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Do I have to reimburse for child therapy when the purpose is questionable? Is this a legitimate medical reimbursement?

Dave's answer | Answered on October 03, 2012

It's clearly a medical expense so if you believe you should not pay, you wold need to file a motion to clarify if it is a valid medical expense....

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What do WA courts accep as reasons for why someone is not paying child support

Dave's answer | Answered on October 03, 2012

If there is an order to pay child support and the Father knows of his obligation, there is no excuse for not paying support. It is a parent's...

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What does WA statute law say about a mother’s rights of custody?

Dave's answer | Answered on October 03, 2012

Without a parenting pa in place or some other type of orders regarding Father's visitation, Mom calls all of the shots. Until the Father takes an...

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Can I insist for my portion of our income before divorce?

Dave's answer | Answered on October 03, 2012

A couple of issues cone to mind. Are you a US citizen, If not you may have immigration problems upon divorce. As to the assets acquired during...

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I served my divorce papers to my ex and its been 60 days. I have no idea if he's even signed them. What is my next steps?

Dave's answer | Answered on October 03, 2012

You may now default him and enter final papers in 31 days . However, the final papers must mirror the allegations and division of property and...

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Amicable Legal Separation and Parenting Plan - Temporary Order or Proposed?

Dave's answer | Answered on October 03, 2012

Once you file the Petition for dissolution or legal separation, you may file an agreed temporary PP at any time, however, please note that both of...

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A question was posed about what law in Washington State defines custodial & non-custodial parent.

Dave's answer | Answered on October 03, 2012

The WAC is an administrative code while the RCW 's are the codified laws. Apples and oranges. One rarely hears anyone even mention the WAC on the...

Dave Hawkins's Answers (7401)

MN resident turned WA resident where would custody suit take place now?

Can an attorney call at 630pm and say you have to be in court at 930am the next morning for something to do with child custody

Is it fair for a school to not give a sport even though students are asking for it?

Do I have to reimburse for child therapy when the purpose is questionable? Is this a legitimate medical reimbursement?

What do WA courts accep as reasons for why someone is not paying child support

What does WA statute law say about a mother’s rights of custody?

Can I insist for my portion of our income before divorce?

I served my divorce papers to my ex and its been 60 days. I have no idea if he's even signed them. What is my next steps?

Amicable Legal Separation and Parenting Plan - Temporary Order or Proposed?

A question was posed about what law in Washington State defines custodial & non-custodial parent.