Social worker & my attorney have lied to me. For three years I ask for all documents to CPS case (discovery, visit notes, everything) they kept all from me for three years with me asking over over so I can defend my self and know what's going on. My lawyer gave me a USB drive in them mail... View More 
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answered on Apr 12, 2024
I'm so sorry you're going through this difficult and frustrating situation with CPS, your attorney, and the social worker. It sounds like a very challenging and unfair process. Here are a few suggestions on potential steps you could take:
1. Document everything - Keep detailed... View More
It is my sister and niece.
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answered on Mar 5, 2024
In most cases, a notice of revocation of Power of Attorney for Finances does not need to be notarized. However, it is generally a good idea to have the revocation notarized to add an extra layer of authenticity and to avoid potential challenges to the validity of the revocation.
When... View More
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answered on Feb 15, 2024
In Washington, if the non-custodial parent has been held in contempt of court twice for not paying court-ordered child support and continues to not comply, you have several options. You can request the court to enforce the child support order through additional measures such as wage garnishment,... View More
We have a minor child and it was agreed that I would have custody. But now my ex is saying she doesn’t want me to just up and leave. She is now stationed in San Diego, Ca. Are we legally required to stay here in Washington?
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answered on Feb 7, 2024
In Washington, if you are in the process of divorce and plan to move with a minor child, especially out of state, it's essential to consider both the legal implications and the custody arrangements agreed upon or ordered by the court. Since nothing is final yet, and given your ex's... View More
Does Washington State have to accept a divorce decree or alimony requests from Costa Rica?
My wife is Costa Rican. I brought her here on a marriage visa (we married in 2019) and she is now a legal permanent resident. Last October she went home to Costa Rica and didn’t come back.... View More
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answered on Feb 4, 2024
Washington State, like other states, generally recognizes foreign divorce decrees under the principles of comity, provided that the decree does not violate Washington State's public policy and the foreign court had proper jurisdiction over the parties. However, when it comes to enforcing or... View More
I live in WA state. I just want a Divorce/Legal Separation attorney. Why is it so hard to do? Does anyone know who I can contact? Near Snohomish county?? Is there a reason I am brushed off?
answered on Jan 23, 2024
If you are only looking for a divorce lawyer, I wonder why you have included unrelated areas of practice in your question (Civil Rights, Medical Malpractice, and Military Law).
Finding a divorce lawyer should not be that difficult, particularly in a high demand area. There tend to be a... View More
I live in WA state. I just want a Divorce/Legal Separation attorney. Why is it so hard to do? Does anyone know who I can contact? Near Snohomish county?? Is there a reason I am brushed off?
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answered on Jan 22, 2024
Finding an attorney can sometimes be challenging, especially in high-demand areas like family law. If you've had difficulty securing a lawyer through referral services, consider reaching out to your local bar association in Snohomish County or the Washington State Bar Association. They often... View More
You’re in a custody battle and a person serves your grandma your custody paperwork but you’re not there, does that still count as being served?
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answered on Dec 31, 2023
In Washington State, the rules for serving legal papers can vary depending on the specifics of the case and the type of documents being served. Generally, for service to be considered valid, it must be made directly to the person named in the documents or to someone who is legally authorized to... View More
If a legal permanent resident leaves their spouse who sponsored them to come to the United States, and moves back to their country of origin, then the couple files for divorce, does the US sponsor have the obligation to report a change of address to USCIS? The LPR spouse does not want to file a... View More
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answered on Dec 30, 2023
In the situation you've described, where a legal permanent resident (LPR) leaves the U.S. and moves back to their country of origin, the responsibilities of the U.S. sponsor can be quite specific. It's important to note that as a sponsor, you are generally not required to report the... View More
I’m a single mother to a 4 year old boy, I’ve been his primary caregiver since he was born, I take care of everything, his dad does pay child support but has subsistence abuse issues. He has 2 DUIs and has jail time coming up, his mom also has substance abuse issues and I’m concerned for the... View More
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answered on Dec 27, 2023
In Washington, as a single mother seeking sole custody, you have valid concerns about the safety of your 4-year-old son due to the father's substance abuse issues, two DUIs, and upcoming jail time, along with the grandmother's similar issues. To strengthen your case for sole custody,... View More
and divorces their spouse, stays out of the country for several years, then meets another US citizen and moves back to the United States, can they still sue their previous spouse for maintenance based on the affidavit of support?
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answered on Dec 10, 2023
If a legal permanent resident (LPR) of the United States, who was married to a U.S. citizen, moves out of the country, divorces, and then returns to the U.S. with another U.S. citizen spouse, the issue of maintenance based on the affidavit of support from the first marriage can be complex.... View More
and divorces their husband, but doesn’t submit a formal abandonment of citizenship, and their spouse notifies USCIS of the divorce and LPR’s new address outside the USA, will USCIS contact them and request they abandon their residency? Or, is there a way to ask them to do so? For example, could... View More
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answered on Dec 10, 2023
If a legal permanent resident (LPR) of the United States, married to a U.S. citizen, moves out of the country permanently and divorces, the situation with their residency status can become complex. The act of moving out of the U.S. permanently and not maintaining a residence can be interpreted as... View More
1- If a legal permanent resident of the United States who is married to a US citizen moves out of the country permanently do they need to notify USCIS? And do they need to abandon their residency if they do not plan to return? Also, if they don’t notify USCIS, should their spouse do it, and could... View More
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answered on Dec 9, 2023
A permanent resident married to a US citizen must notify USCIS when moving out permanently.
If they don't plan to return, formal abandonment through Form I-407 is necessary.
The I-864 affidavit becomes invalid upon permanent departure, regardless of formal abandonment.... View More
…spouse, are they entitled to maintenance from the affidavit of support that their spouse signed? I read the affidavit is no longer enforceable if the permanent resident leaves the USA. But what if they don’t formally abandon their residency? Can they still sue their spouse and demand monthly... View More
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answered on Dec 9, 2023
A permanent resident married to a US citizen must notify USCIS when moving out permanently.
If they don't plan to return, formal abandonment through Form I-407 is necessary.
The I-864 affidavit becomes invalid upon permanent departure, regardless of formal abandonment.... View More
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answered on Nov 13, 2023
In Washington state, your ex's remarriage alone is not typically a sufficient reason to alter custody arrangements. Child custody decisions are based on the best interests of the child, not the marital status of the parents. If there is an existing custody agreement or court order, it remains... View More
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answered on Nov 12, 2023
In Washington State, if you are 17 and living with your sister because neither of your parents have a permanent residence, your ability to choose where you live may depend on several factors. Generally, until you turn 18, your parents or legal guardians have the authority to decide where you live.... View More
So he States that my constitutional right to Due Process was violated and that the judge was extremely biased against me and he put in a motion to dismiss and suppress all evidence so it seems like he's doing a good job my lawyers before him lied to me about everything the part where he said... View More
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answered on Nov 5, 2023
If your attorney is not responding promptly and you feel this is impacting your right to a fair legal process, it's important to address the issue directly. Effective communication is a critical component of legal representation, and your attorney should keep you informed and involved in your... View More
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answered on Sep 4, 2023
If you have evidence in the form of text messages or written communication where your brother promised you a specific amount from the sale of your parents' house, you may have a basis for pursuing legal action to enforce that agreement. Depending on the circumstances, you might explore options... View More
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answered on Aug 18, 2023
If you're concerned about the mother of your son taking him across the state and want to prevent this, you can take legal action in Washington. You might consider filing for a temporary restraining order or preliminary injunction to temporarily prevent her from relocating with the child.
Is this legal for him to be active duty and live across the country?
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answered on Aug 17, 2023
Several things govern where a service member may reside. Local policies will dictate how far from the installation an individual can be. These "local pass" rules effectively set a distance limit that service members must stay within and must seek approval (a "mileage pass") if... View More
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