Unknown papers in divorce

The opposing party is required to file AND serve you response pleadings. Service may be effectuated via first class mail if there is a affidavit of...

There are three options: Reconsider, Revise and Appeal. The order of a commissioner or judge can be reconsidered if a Motion to Reconsider is filed...

I would like my stepmother to Legally Adopt me, and be on my birth certificate, I am an adult (22yrs old), is this possible?

Yes! Any person may be adopted and the adoptive parent must be 18 years of age and competent. This appears to be a straight forward step-parent...

According to definition of unfit it is if a parent cannot meet the child's needs. Is a custodial parent considered unfit if he

Generally, fitness of a parent is the standard for nonparental custody. The standard that applies in a parent v. parent case for custody is "best...

If I want to ask the judge to drop child support and submit my evidence as to why do I need to amend my current modification? I

Generally, the petitioner must show a substantial change in circumstances to modify a child support order. See RCW 26.09.170 at...

Can I get joint custody of my son, If me and the mom were not married and now were separated and she is the custodial parent?

To Modify an existing Parenting Plan/Residential Schedule, you must show a substantial change in circumstances with the child or custodial parent. ...

Serving on divorce

If you Ex is moving with a child out of the school district, she is required to provide you Notice of her intent to relocate. In addition, your Ex...

Parenting plan in the divorce

Consult an attorney immediately. Your Ex was required to file a Notice of her intent to relocate and provide you notice. You must Object to the...

Taxes with a child during divorce

There is little to no tax benefit to a parent claiming a child if they earn less than approximately $10,000.00 per month. Therefore, the exemption...

Ive helped raise my granddaughters every since they were born minus a couple of months thats all together,

Unfortunately, grandparents have very few options and rights. If both parents are unfit, a grandparent may seek Nonparental Custody. If both...