The state of Washington is serious about child custody hearings. In all cases, the goal is to make decisions in the child's best interest. This is something that parents in child custody battles should remember. If you’re preparing for a child custody hearing, here...
Spending time with your child is very important, not only for you but for your child too. When an ex’s family interferes with the custody schedule in Washington, it can be a difficult situation to navigate. While it may be tempting to make decisions out of anger or...
Challenging a soon-to-be ex-spouse for child custody could be the most stressful aspect of divorce proceedings. Ultimately, a Washington state family court judge will try to determine what is in the child's best interest. A judge bases decisions on evidence, and,...
Many couples in Washington end up getting divorced. Child custody is a big issue with many families. While many custody orders stay intact for a long time after being issued, there are times when modification might be needed. There are several reasons why you might...
In a Washington State divorce, couples with children will likely have concerns about child custody. One issue that often arises is how a parent can balance a career and spending quality time with a child. To avoid having work negatively impact a custody decision,...
Protecting What Matters In Child Custody Issues When parents get divorced or when unmarried parents split up, the most important legal issues they face concern their parental rights and the future of the children. In Washington, custody orders and parenting plans...
In cases where child custody is an issue, the age of the child or children involved may impact the schedule ordered by the court. Courts in Washington have wide discretion when it comes to determining custody, and the court will ultimately base any ruling on the best...
The judicial system in Washington wants to do what's in the best interests of the child when making decisions on child custody. Joint custody is usually preferable. Exceptions are when the other parent is neglectful, abusive or unsafe to be around. Focus on your...
Figuring out the ideal custody arrangement for the whole family after a divorce can be a complicated matter. Parents in Washington, however, can achieve a custody arrangement that works for all the members of the family and that helps them move forward with their...
You have built your close relationship with your child since the day they were born. This may lead you to wonder how much that relationship and your child’s opinion will matter when the court determines a custody arrangement. Some parents even indulge their child in...
