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Wife is causing fights with myself (resulting in me moving out, and now with our roommate), kids are in distress

Deborah's answer | Answered on November 10, 2014

When the situation rises to this level, it is time to read the writing on the wall. You have seen the writing on the wall or you would not have...

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Is power of attorney the right course of action to assist a 50+ relative with financial decisions?

Deborah's answer | Answered on November 10, 2014

I agree with my colleague--I think you and your brother would be better served by contacting a guardianship attorney.

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Child custody matter. What can I do to get custody for my daughter over her mother?

Deborah's answer | Answered on November 10, 2014

In truth the other attorneys are right. You need to retain a family law attorney--there are many family law firms in Vancouver. If your question...

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My ex wife lied to me and the court by claiming a credit card was in our names...she & her daughter opened it before we married

Deborah's answer | Answered on November 10, 2014

Sadly, the facts you present are not new. It is difficult to answer your question, because of some missing information. However, based on what...

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What are the legal aspects of cohabitation with a male friend in a non-intimate relationship?

Deborah's answer | Answered on November 10, 2014

I agree with my colleagues. If everyone behaved in an honourable and decent manner, the need for lawyers would diminish significantly. If either...

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I received a Note for Calendar, but nothing has been filed with the court, ex isn't responding. Is this void?

Deborah's answer | Answered on November 10, 2014

I have had a similar situation. I responded to the "Note for Motion" and set out that no motion was received and pointed out other defects to the...

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My wife took my son with her new boyfriend to california

Deborah's answer | Answered on November 05, 2014

I agree with my colleagues. But, I will emphasize that you need to retain counsel yesterday if possible. The longer you wait, the less likely...

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RCW? CR? Please tell me which one's I should be looking at - family law, I'm pro se, ex has 100 arrest in 8 states (and more)

Deborah's answer | Answered on November 05, 2014

Snohomish Superior Court likely has a court facilitator, which most of the larger counties have. They are there to help you file the exact papers...

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How should I handle my divorce? I have a few questions in my backround details.

Deborah's answer | Answered on November 05, 2014

If you cannot afford to hire a family law lawyer, go to the local superior court. Often there is a court facilitator available to advise you...

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What are the chances of getting a relocation granted after it was already denied. What else can we do? This is a military move.

Deborah's answer | Answered on November 05, 2014

Is the relocation now due to a recent transfer which was not known at the time of the trial you reference? If so...then you are talking about an...

Deborah B Josephson's Answers (1517)

Wife is causing fights with myself (resulting in me moving out, and now with our roommate), kids are in distress

Is power of attorney the right course of action to assist a 50+ relative with financial decisions?

Child custody matter. What can I do to get custody for my daughter over her mother?

My ex wife lied to me and the court by claiming a credit card was in our names...she & her daughter opened it before we married

What are the legal aspects of cohabitation with a male friend in a non-intimate relationship?

I received a Note for Calendar, but nothing has been filed with the court, ex isn't responding. Is this void?

My wife took my son with her new boyfriend to california

RCW? CR? Please tell me which one's I should be looking at - family law, I'm pro se, ex has 100 arrest in 8 states (and more)

How should I handle my divorce? I have a few questions in my backround details.

What are the chances of getting a relocation granted after it was already denied. What else can we do? This is a military move.