Should I fire my divorce attorney and try to find someone to take over my case without a retainer to avoid trial?

A client can fire their attorney at any time. If you are feeling as though your attorney is not consulting with you about strategy and closing...

I'm considering divorce in wa state. My wife threatens to clean me out if I do. Is there divorce without poverty?

The standard for dividing property and debt of a marriage is that the division be fair and equitable. The statute does not define what that means...

How do i know if the court granted my divorce

It sounds as though your wife filed a Petition for Dissolution and that you joined the Petition. Filing a Petition and joining the Petition does...

Where do you enter the request for Retroactive Child Support in Divorce paperwork for WA State?

I agree with my colleagues', Mr. Alexander's, answer. The court does not order retroactive support; therefore, it is essential to file a petition...

Husband & I filed Decree for Dissolution yesterday, King Co. Superior Court. Does judge determine maintenance?

After the 91st days after filing and service is accomplished, you are able to present agreed final orders to the court. Most courts will approve...

My wife and I are separated. In Washington state can I get a legal separation that is just financial only.

A legal separation will protect you financially, but when children are involved parenting plan and child support are still aspects of the case to...

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In Washington state do I have to do my divorce in the county I live in or can I use the a county that the court house is closer?

You will want to file in the county courthouse of the jurisdiction in which you live, though you could also file the paperwork where the respondent...

Your ex can, but only by filing a Petition for Modification of the Parenting Plan. Which parent has the children more of the time (the primary...

How do I change my childrens last names to my last name?

You have to give notice of the petition for legal name change of a child, but that is not the same thing as consent. If you can show good cause...

What can be done about my husband selling assests after papers filed and served

I assume this is a divorce action, correct? The court issues an automatic restraining order when the summons and petition are filed, which the...