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What actions do I need to take to get this to happen? And is this even possible?

Dave's answer | Answered on May 12, 2016

Hire an attorney. We cannot teach you how ton litigate on case in this forum. Virtually impossible. We can answer specific questions, but not...

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Appellate attorney for WA State Clark county

Dave's answer | Answered on May 10, 2016

We are not allowed to solicit business in this forum. What you are asking would be a breach of AVVO policy. You will need to dot he research on...

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How do I change my baby's first name?

Dave's answer | Answered on May 09, 2016

Absent an agreement, to change a child's name requires you to file a motion with the court,and give Dad notice, at least in WA. You should...

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Can I oppose a motion for revision for my child support order? If so, how do I do this?

Dave's answer | Answered on May 03, 2016

No. He has a statutory right to file a revision. You need to reference the local rules as to procedure. each county is different. It is a de novo...

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Does there have to be a major error in a Commissioner's ruling to request a revision? Are revisions typically granted?

Dave's answer | Answered on May 02, 2016

You're confusing a revision with an appeal -- completely different. A revision is a de novo hearing. You should hire counsel if you do not...

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Should the custodial parent set up a parent plan if the non custodial doesnt ask to see the child?

Dave's answer | Answered on May 02, 2016

As long as their is no PP in place. you control where an d when he sees the child. the down side is, without a PP, if he keeps the child, you have...

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My question is how long is this going to take or how do we set up a court day

Dave's answer | Answered on April 30, 2016

You need to hire an attorney. It's clear that you do not understand court procedure and if you do not follow the court rules, there is little...

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If a parent serves another parent with scheduling plan paperwork but did not file with the court, does his petition still apply?

Dave's answer | Answered on April 28, 2016

The person who served you should file an Affidavit of Service which proves that you were served. service may occur before pleadings are filed.

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He wants to take the kids over night. I don't know if he is going to be sober, and it concerns me he doesn't have a valid licens

Dave's answer | Answered on April 23, 2016

Then don;t let him. You need to file a Petition to establish a residential schedule if you are not married and if you are, a Petition for...

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Would we be able to switch the kids to a different school district since we are buying and home, where their mother is renting?

Dave's answer | Answered on April 17, 2016

Only if you comply with the relocation act and give her written notice of the move 60 days before the intended move. She then has the opportunity...

Dave Hawkins's Answers (7401)

What actions do I need to take to get this to happen? And is this even possible?

Appellate attorney for WA State Clark county

How do I change my baby's first name?

Can I oppose a motion for revision for my child support order? If so, how do I do this?

Does there have to be a major error in a Commissioner's ruling to request a revision? Are revisions typically granted?

Should the custodial parent set up a parent plan if the non custodial doesnt ask to see the child?

My question is how long is this going to take or how do we set up a court day

If a parent serves another parent with scheduling plan paperwork but did not file with the court, does his petition still apply?

He wants to take the kids over night. I don't know if he is going to be sober, and it concerns me he doesn't have a valid licens

Would we be able to switch the kids to a different school district since we are buying and home, where their mother is renting?