What is an Annulment? Those who wish to get an annulment generally seek the option because it’s a legal process that dissolves a marriage and makes it seem like it never existed. In Washington, an annulment is typically referred to as a Declaration of Invalidity. Annulments in Washington are only granted to those who meet…
Custody Takes a Team Approach You may remember when one parent would be awarded full custody of children, and the other would get minimal visitation. As times change, so does the need for both parents to remain active in the child’s life, barring any allegations of abuse or an unsafe home. Due to this, the…
Divorce can be difficult and full of emotional twists and turns, but it doesn’t need to be overwhelming. With proper planning and communication, you can move toward the next chapter of your life with confidence and peace of mind for you and your children. Determining who will be the custodial parent is a large part…
Child custody arrangements allow parents to share parenting responsibilities and privileges. But when the plan is no longer favorable, modifications are allowed. However, the grounds for altering the original plan are strict and specific. The court only allows a parent to alter a parenting plan if necessary. Evidence of the adverse effects of the current…
Relocation following divorce is not uncommon. Tough economic times may force one to seek employment out of state or move houses due to skyrocketing housing prices. But a new job opportunity can quickly be turned upside down due to an existing parenting arrangement. In Washington State, the court has jurisdiction when parents share custody of…
Restraining orders are commonly taken up against the non-custodial parent, and the situation is usually remedied by having supervised visitation. But when the custodial parent unleashes violence on the non-custodial parent, the solutions become more complicated. Many such parents wonder what might happen to their children, especially when they take a restraining order against the…
As a single Dad, you have full parental fathers’ rights in Washington State. These include the right to take part in the raising of your children, in determining their education, moral upbringing, financial support, and more. Keep one thing in mind, however, this all holds providing that the Washington State courts recognize you as the…
Marijuana use, both medical and recreational, has been legal in Washington state for some years now. You may know people who regularly use it, or even yourself may be a frequent user. Legally speaking, using marijuana should not affect your family law case. But this is not always the case because even medical marijuana could…
Washington is a solid no-fault divorce state. The laws regarding divorce were changed so that those involved can be granted a divorce by claiming nearly anything as an irreconcilable difference. Although adultery or other possible legalities may not be used against you, dating may have different side effects on your divorce proceedings. Remember, you are…