If one party in a marriage decides to vacate the family home & planning a separation/divorce, have they abandoned the property?

If the home is a community asset, the party is not forfeiting rights to equity in the home. In addition, they are not able to just walk away from...

Is there something I can do to keep a noncustodial parent from telling lies/poisoning my kids against me when they have visits?

Review your parenting plan. Many parenting plans have provisions regarding communication with the child. You may be able to enforce that provision...

I agree with the previous responses. Either have the process server provide them to the jail or contact the jail yourself and have them served by...

I can't afford my child support. The court thinks I can and tries to put me in jail. How can I get out of this terrible cycle?

I agree with the previous response. If you are unable to satisfy the child support order, you must file a petition to modify the child support. You...

Notice of intent to relocate.

If you are relocating outside of the child's school district, you are required to follow the notice procedures outlined in RCW 26.09.430; requiring...

What advice can you give me about seeking a divorce from a husband who lives out of state?

As long as the court has personal jurisdiction over your husband, such as he lived here during the marriage or consents to jurisdiction, there is...

How to estimate spousal support?

Spousal maintenance is determined pursuant to RCW 26.09.090; http://apps.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=26.09.090. There are more factors to...

Do I have the rights to stop my ex-girlfriend to take my son move out the state?

I agree with the previous response. Do you have a parenting plan? If so, she is required to give you notice of her intent to relocate and you may...

Step-parent adoption home study. What should I be prepared for?

The home placement report will include home safety, stability of the family, stability of the adopting parent, and criminal background checks. Look...

What are the requirements for an annulment in Washington state?

In Washington, you file a Petition to have the marriage determined invalid pursuant to RCW 26.09.040. See the statute and requirements at...