My 14 yr old daughter was abandoned last night and was left on her own walking. Can she refuse to go see him for safety fears?

From the eyes of a Commissioner or Judge, assuming you mean that her father abandoned her, that would certainly raise issues. However, there is so...

Will I be held in contempt if my 17 yr old son refuses to talk to his dad?

The technical answer is that "yes", you could be found to be in contempt. But the more practical answer is that before a Motion for Contempt...

When will the courts listen to the voice of a child in Washington State?

Your child does not get to decide their own fate until the age of 18. However, the Court can consider the wishes of child of sufficient age and...

Would it hurt or help my relocation and custody case if I marry a month before trial?

In general, I would think you're being married to the individual before trial probably is the better course. But there could be many, many other...

Maintaining stability for a child is at the root of the law requiring evidence showing a "substantial change of circumstances" in order to make...

Hello, my fiancee has child that I will not be adopting. Her dad pays child support to her mom. What my rights as step parent?

The short answer is that "no", there is not a document you and your wife that would limit your financial obligations if you divorce the...

Ex gf lied about filing response to parenting plan papers with court. Only sent a copy to me and refuses to give attorney info

Your 'question' is obviously based on a lot of facts that are not actually in the statement. I strongly suggest you consult with an experienced...

Will my son's dad get rights if i apply for child support?

If you utilize DCS (state agency) to set child support, or if you file a Paternity Action in Superior Court, the father will be legally established...

Child support registered in WA, ex and child are in TX, orig decree from UT, where does jurisdiction for child visitation lie?

In answering, I am making the following assumptions: (1) you and your wife were divorced in Utah; (2) your wife now resides in Texas; and (3) you...

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I am looking to protect myself from being kicked out of the ranch house should by fiance' die. Can this be done?

The phrasing of your questions leaves out too many facts for an accurate answer. (1). How long have you and your fiance been living together ? ...