Child custody is often a difficult issue for parents in Wisconsin who decide to divorce. Whether the separation is amicable or more contentious, it can be emotionally challenging to go from sharing a home with children full-time to splitting their time with a former...
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Summer schedules and child custody
The summer months mean a long vacation for kids which often affects the parenting schedule as the routines set by the school schedule are no longer in place. Washington parents who share custody should focus on creating a summer schedule before the actual summer...
Preparing for your child custody hearing
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...
Ex’s family is sabotaging my child custody schedule in Washington
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...
Presenting positive information in a child custody case
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,...
Why would you need a modification to your child custody order?
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...
Career considerations factor in with child custody cases
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,...
Child Custody
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...
Different custody schedules more likely based on age of children
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...
How to get custody of your child in Washington
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...