What can I do if my soon to be ex-husband wont return my children to me?

My heart goes out to you. The situation you describe sounds like everyone's worst nightmare of a divorce. I really recommend that you at least...

Can I declare financial independence from my parents if I don't meet the criteria?

This is not a family law question or even a lawyer question as far as I can tell. I think you need to ask the folks in the financial aid office of...

Ex husband now refuses to pay half daycare

Both young your child's father have to follow the court orders in California. If those orders do not make it clear who has to pay for child care...

How could there be a restraining order in affect if I've never reserved a copy?

If there are previous court orders regarding who has care of your daughter in Washington, then you can go to court and file documents in that case...

What part/parts of a parenting plan should b modified and how if the non custodial parent has told my girls to fight?

I would feel just as horrified as you do if I were in your situation. I think it may be very helpful to talk with CPS or it may not be helpful at...

My brother is incarcerated at Walla Walla State Penitentiary. He has filed for dissolution of marriage. The paper work

It is very good of you to try to help your brother, even though he is going through hard times in prison. The other attorney is absolutely right...

It is probably true that Judges end up ordering a parenting plan close to what the GAL recommends, but it is not automatic. Sometimes the evidence...

I have two children out of my marriage and their dad wants to allow my husband to adopt. How do we go about this?

I'm afraid it is rather complicated to put together all the paperwork to do an adoption and relinquishment of parental rights. Your case is more...

How does WA State determine & distributes property for live-together, not married couples (e.g.pension plan and bills)?

I like the resource that Kate Forrest pointed you to, but it is a bit unclear about retirements. It sounds to me like the biggest asset you are...

Intentional Delay?

I suggest that you communicate directly with the attorney (by email is usually best) in a polite way so that matters can be handled as quickly as...