NO. A child in Wa. state has no ability to choose with whom they want to live or visit -- that is a decision left to the JUDge. If a custodial...

What are my chances for primary custody of my children?

In Wa. the designation on who should be the primary custodial parent has nothing to do with money or gender, but with the statutory construct which...

Can I appeal denial of my countersuit based on not being allowed time to present evidence?

Sure if you follow the local rules and the Rules of Appellate procedure.

We have been married for 20 years and are getting a divorce.

Why are you even listening to him, is he an attorney? You need to hire your won attorney. With a 20 year marriage, you have the ability to ask for...

Is there any help for a person seeking shared or full custody of a child

Yes there is help -- have your friend hire an attorney. A person that is not familiar with the law will be of no help and could complicate things...

Do I have custody now? Or do I need to redo all the paperwork?

If the case was dismissed, you do not have legal custody of the child.

Attorneys are not allowed to solicit potential clients in this forum -- you will need to contact attorneys individually.

If you are not married, he has no rights at all to see the child unless a Parenting plan or residential schedule is signed by the court after a...

Of course -- he is a parent and has a right to know the medical condition of his child.

Getting custody of 8yo nephew. His mom is a homeless drug addict and his dad is a lifetime drug addict in prison.

In Wa. state, a biological parent has an absolute right to determine who sees the child and under what circumstances that occurs, if at all. You...