the minor will not have a jury trial but rather an Adjudication or trial in front of a judge. The burden of proof, as in adult court, relies on proof…
Relocation of Children
summary only of the new statute. For the full text, please see RCW 26.09.405 to .550. If the person with whom the child resides a majority of the time plans…
Parenting Plan in Divorce
Washington, a Parenting Plan specifically sets forth the respective rights and responsibilities of both parents regarding their children. If married parents of minor children are seeking a dissolution or legal…
Criteria for Shared Custody
Family Law: Shared Custody in Washington When the parties separate during a divorce and there are children, the determination of a Permanent Parenting Plan can often be one of…
Adoption
…official. INTERSTATE COMPACT Prior to placement of a child across state lines, a formal agreement (Interstate Compact on Placement of Children โICPCโ) must be completed through the Interstate Compact Program…