Can a non-parent file for custody if there is a custody action already between the parents happening?
As indicated, the bar is quite high on third-party custody actions--both parents must be unfit unless the parent who is not unfit joins in the...
University Place, WA
Family Lawyer at University Place, WA
Practice Areas: Family, Mediation ... +2 more
As indicated, the bar is quite high on third-party custody actions--both parents must be unfit unless the parent who is not unfit joins in the...
A "custody agreement" is not a "legal document" unless signed by the court. If memory serves, "custody agreements" are against public policy. The...
Third-party custody actions are not easy to pursue without an attorney and if CPS is involved, there is even more reason to have an attorney. You...
In theory, part of the account is separate and part community. However, the question is whether there is an agreement as to the characterization...
You ask if service was improper because the gf failed to say to you, "You are served." Be assured that no magic words are required to serve legal...
One of the benefits to AVVO is that it affords family law attorneys the opportunity to self-check and validate ourselves as attorneys. All four...
In court, just as in life, things can occur which make no sense and seem to have no basis and/or justification (or justice). My colleagues offer...
Again--contact your local bar association to inquire of low-cost assistance in the short term so that you have a better sense of what you are up...
Whatever you do, do show up at court. You should call some criminal attorneys to discuss your case. You will be able to gather a bit of...
This really is not the venue for defining and advising someone of the steps necessary to litigate a case. You should contact a family law attorney...