…“merged” into the Decree, meaning that unless they were specifically addressed in the Decree, they went away. That made sense for restraining orders and Parenting Plan issues, however it did…
Step Parent Adoption
…adoption (Washington State Division of Children and Family Services – DSHS) provides adoption services for children within the foster care system. A child may come into foster care because of…
Gender Justice in Washington
Family Law: Study of Gender Justice in the Court of Washington In 1989, the Washington State Task Force on Gender Justice in the Courts issued its final report after…
Supervised Visitation
Family Law: Supervised Visitation in Washington If there has been inappropriate conduct on the part of a parent, the court can suspend visitation if it is serious enough and…
Post Secondary Support
…is important to consider the children’s post-secondary education needs well in advance of deadlines for college registration and tuition payments. Often post secondary support can be set based on a…
Die Without Will?
…the absence of a will, a court will determine who will administer the estate, and who will care for your minor children and their property if the other parent is…
Theft and Property Crimes
can fully understand the elements of the charge, the burden of proof for the prosecutor, whether to have an judge or jury trial, how to present a trial, and alternatives…
Reckless Driving
elements of a Reckless Driving charges involve the driving of a vehicle with the willful and wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property. A person who is convicted…
Decision Making in Parenting Plans
Family Law: Decision Making in Parenting Plans Parents have the responsibility to make decisions and perform other parental functions necessary for the care and growth of their minor children….
Grandparent Visitation
Family Law:Â Grandparent Visitation in Washington In 1973, the Washington State legislature authorized the rights of grandparents to petition the court for visitation with their grandchildren. In 2000 the…