Child Custody - Parenting Plan Modification

Unfortunately, you’re in a difficult position. First, verbal agreements have no effect on court orders -- an order of Child Support signed by the...

Can my son choose to not allow me visitation at age 13.

In Washington state, the case of In re Marriage of Rideout speaks to this issue and is a common citation for the courts. The case states that a...

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As the non-custodial parent, what do I need to say to stop an out-of-state move of my ex and 2 children?

Bruce has stated the law correctly, but I think you must consider what would happen if she moves without giving you notice. Since she has already...

What legal recourse do I have if the noncustodial parent leaves my kids with a non relative for days?

If there is a parenting in place, you may file a Petition to modify that plan based on a substantial change of circumstances that have arisen since...

Can I make it so he only get supervised visits and his girlfriend isnt allowed?

From the facts you have outlined, my advice would be to file for divorce and ask the Court to restrain any and all visitation and that if...

How can i get some type of rights to my Daughter?

First and foremost, you must find out where she lives in order to serve her with the proper petition to initiate the process to establish a...

I have a parenting plan since 2002.. 3-4 yrs ago the father disappeared and is now back and wants visitation do I have to allow?

If there is a valid parenting plan in effect and signed by the court, you are obliged to adhere to its terms regardless of what he does. If you...

Protection order?

That's a dicey situation. The Judge will want to know why you did not advise him/her of the pregnancy at the time the protection order was granted....

What is the court process for getting a temporary order based on a Guardian Ad Litem's newly-completed evaluation?

If there has not already been a review hearing set (hearing date would be set forth in the order appointing GAL), then you would file a motion...

Mother (ex) had attorney file "fair" parenting plan

If the "filed" parenting plan has not been signed by the court then it is a proposal and has no force and effect. You may file your own proposed...