What does it take to invoke a CR 35 ? In family law, my attorney said it is not easy to get. My wife has some serious mental...

Your attorney is correct and you should be having this discussion with him/her. YOur present counsel if the best one to make the decision because...

My wife invoked a DVPO on me. Filed a divorce. Now she keeps trying to contact my sister. Can I file restraining order?

Your family can, but you can;t -- you are not the one being harassed.

How is alimony dtermined?

There is no formula. Its a subjective decision made by the Judge based on the nature an extent of the marital estate as well as other factors.

Do I have the right to set the exchange for my child in the parenting plan to the residence of each parent?

Yes. YOu may file a Petition to modify the PP based on a substantial change of circumstances. YOu must file the Petition and serve him, once you do...

Is Washington state maternal or paternal friendly?

There is no bias in the law. The factors that determine who will be designated as the primary custodial parent are gender neutral.

There is no standard for m for such a request. You can make that request contemporaneously with the motion for adequate cause where you have to...

How much does it cost for a step parent adoption?

Each attorney charges differently -- you also need to hire and pay for a social worker to do an investigation.

How do i stop someone from posting defaming (libel) comments on the internet. I've had to move and lost work beacuse of it

Difficult to do -- a lot of internet Companies have immunity and you waive rights when you join, i.e. FB. Defamation is one of the most difficult...

Neighbor has questioned property line

What's your question? You make a statement but provide no inquiry

If noncustodial parent is already in contempt by not excessing all visitation, would I be in contempt by stopping a visitation?

Yes. Whether he is in contempt or not has no effect on the parties obligation under the existing Parenting Plan