Contempt of court

It is contempt of court to disobey a court order. A parenting plan signed by the court is a court order. If it contains a requirement to mediate...

Parenting plan modification

Mediation settlements are voluntary. If unsuccessful, you will go to trial and a judge will decide.

Other parent wont file necessary papers for mediation. What are my options?

Go to court to enforce the agreement. That will require contempt proceedings. If the care is of an urgent nature, ask the court for temporary...

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My husband and I wish to separate; can I move out of state with our daughter?

I agree with Ms.Forrest's spot-on advice. I write only to emphasize that you should retain an attorney. You are likely entitled to child support...

What law or statute gives the lawyer right and / or obligation to pay clients medical bills from settlement ?

Ask your lawyer about the law. It is not a myth. It takes years of schooling and practice to become a competent lawyer. It always amazes me when...

How much weight does a parenting evaluator's report carry for temporary holiday visitation (Christmas)?

Get an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, call Northwest Justice Project. If you absolutely must go to court pro se, get a declaration...

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I was only married three months.. is my ex to be entitled to anything since we acquired no property together.

Probably not if no property was acquired together, but that can be a somewhat complicated question. You need to consider wedding gifts, money...

Help with my wifes constant abuse, un-diagnosed mental, we are separated & claims I fathered a child of no knowledge to me

It is unclear what your question is or what your goals are. You should talk to a local family law attorney and figure this out. If you want to...

Im getting a divorce, i want to keep my house, but it is not safe for me to stay. If i leave can i still keep my home?

Contact an attorney right away. You don't have to put up with abuse. But yes, you can leave now and still be awarded the house.

MY ex wife is taking my son out of state without notifying me. I need to file a motion for contemtpt.

Very difficult to be successful in a contempt action long-distance and/or without an attorney, but if that is your only option, use the forms at...