Questions answered by Peter Jaret Abbarno

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I suspect my daughter's father suffers from anti-social personality disorder. How do I get a Court Ordered Mental Health Eval?

Peter's answer | Answered on January 21, 2013

I agree with the previous answers. The court hears numerous allegations being thrown around regarding mental capacity and anti-social personality...

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My sons who is three, was taken by his father to visit his family in Eastern wa. on 6-29-2012 haven't seen since

Peter's answer | Answered on January 21, 2013

I agree with the previous answer. Your should file a motion for default and enter the Parenting Plan you proposed earlier. I also agree with the...

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At what age can a father stop a custody fight with the mother

Peter's answer | Answered on January 18, 2013

This a confusing question. A father can stop a custody fight at any age. A child becomes an adult at the age of 18. Therefore, a fight for custody...

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Am I allowed to collect child support?

Peter's answer | Answered on January 18, 2013

You may be credited for the child support you paid while the child was in your extended care and custody. However, courts do not often look...

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Will my husband be liable for back spousal maintenance for the period we were just separated?

Peter's answer | Answered on January 07, 2013

I agree with the previous answer. The court may award maintenance based on need of the requesting party and ability to pay of the nonrequesting...

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How is the faster way to get a divorce with a child ? about how much would it cost? how can i get and order for a drug test?

Peter's answer | Answered on September 04, 2012

The speed at which a dissolution is completed is dependent on a number of factors. At the very least, a 90-day period must be observed between the...

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If the father of my son wants voluntarily relinquishes his parental rights, what forms or procedure do I get for him to do that.

Peter's answer | Answered on August 31, 2012

A parent can't just relinquish their rights to avoid paying child support or because they are not a part of the child's life. Obligations of a...

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Before filing for divorce paper, can I legally request to have access to his bank account for money to pay for household bills?

Peter's answer | Answered on August 31, 2012

First, you should file for dissolution soon so the "90 day clock" starts ticking. You must wait 90 days from the date of filing and service before...

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I have documented everything from my case, but no attorney, any chance i could win?

Peter's answer | Answered on August 31, 2012

There is not enough information. However, the temporary parenting plan likely requires mediation (or an attempt) if there is a dispute regarding a...

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How long do my kids have to live in Washington before it is their home-state?

Peter's answer | Answered on August 26, 2012

I agree with the previous answer. Keep in mind if there is an order in a previous state then the other state may have jurisdiction and you must...

Peter Jaret Abbarno's Answers (463)

I suspect my daughter's father suffers from anti-social personality disorder. How do I get a Court Ordered Mental Health Eval?

My sons who is three, was taken by his father to visit his family in Eastern wa. on 6-29-2012 haven't seen since

At what age can a father stop a custody fight with the mother

Am I allowed to collect child support?

Will my husband be liable for back spousal maintenance for the period we were just separated?

How is the faster way to get a divorce with a child ? about how much would it cost? how can i get and order for a drug test?

If the father of my son wants voluntarily relinquishes his parental rights, what forms or procedure do I get for him to do that.

Before filing for divorce paper, can I legally request to have access to his bank account for money to pay for household bills?

I have documented everything from my case, but no attorney, any chance i could win?

How long do my kids have to live in Washington before it is their home-state?