First you would have to change your name in district court -- a simple procedure. Then, you send in the name change with a certified copy of the...

Need to know all the kind of information needed if I do end up going to court.

In Wa. state, there is no such thing as sole custody. You will be designated as the primary custodial parent and your husband will get visitation....

Are divorce papers enforceable across state lines?

In order to enforce the order here, you wold have to register the PP in Wa. state in the county ion which you live if the children also live in...

Do I have to give deployed ex special circumstances when he returns for a visit?

Not only can you but you are required t adhere to the terms of the Parenting plan. If he wants to modify it and you do not agree, it is his...

If your applying for emancipation, does it help to have a therapist say it would be in your best interest to be emancipated?

Can't hurt -- however, it is still a long shot.

Do I good enough reasons to get emancipated?

Success or failure will probably pivot of the Guardian ad Litem. These Petitions are not usually granted because of the economic reality of the...

Can the father of my children get joint custody?

Unlikely, Pursuant to RCW 26.09.191, a non-custodial parent who has been convicted of domestic violence must have his visitation restrained. As to...

Can I ever get join custody?

There is no way to answer this question without examining all of the evidence. If you do not have an attorney, you should hire one, especially if...

It's unclear at what stage of the process you are in, i.e. have you filed a Petition for dissolution or a Petition to establish a residential...

I made a "agreed parenting plan" with my ex 8 years ago giveing him residential care of my son,

If the Parenting plan is signed by a judge and part of the court file, it is fully enforceable as long as the case has not been dismissed. The...