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The Basics (8)+

• Changing a Parenting Plan/Child Custody Order

  Read this if you want to change a final court order that sets out where your child lives and with whom they visit. This order might be a Custody Decree or Order, Residential Schedule, or Parenting Plan. #3104EN Read More

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• Coronavirus (COVID-19): The Stimulus Payment in Family Law Cases

  Read this if you are involved in a family law court case and are not sure what to do about or what will happen to your family's stimulus check. #3980EN Read More

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• Coronavirus (COVID-19): Tips for Phone and Video Hearings

  How to get ready for and conduct yourself during a remote hearing (conducted over the phone or by video-conference). #9961EN Read More

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• COVID-19 and Family Law Cases: General Information

  Read this if you have a pending family law case or are considering filing a new family law case. #3282EN Read More

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• Parenting Plans: General Info

  What a parenting plan is and how to get one. Learn how to enforce or change a permanent parenting plan. #3230EN Read More

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• Parenting Plans, Visitation & COVID-19 in Washington State

  Common questions and answers about visitation and parenting plans during the pandemic. #3280EN Read More

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• Should You File for a Domestic Violence Protection Order (DVPO)?

  If you are being hurt, threatened or stalked, try to talk with a domestic violence program. The National Domestic Violence Hotline is 1-800-799-SAFE. This explains things to think about before filing a DVPO. #3703EN Read More

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• What Happens to My Kids if I am Sick or Die?

  If you are a single parent, you may worry who will care for your kids if something happens to you. This explains your options. You should also talk to a lawyer. #3115EN Read More

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Guardians ad litem / evaluators (2)+

• How to Work with GALs and Parenting Evaluators

  If you are involved in a divorce, paternity or non-parent custody case where the other parent does not agree with you, the court may appoint a Guardian ad Litem (GAL) or Parenting Evaluator. Here are some tips to help you work successfully with the GAL. #3106EN Read More

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• When you Disagree with a Guardian Ad Litem Report

  In a family law case where the parties disagree about the parenting plan, the court may appoint a Guardian ad Litem (GAL), or an Evaluator. A GAL or Evaluator’s job is to investigate both households to recommend to the court a residential plan in the child’s best interest. #3111EN Read More

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Planning for Death (1)+

• What Happens to My Kids if I am Sick or Die?

  If you are a single parent, you may worry who will care for your kids if something happens to you. This explains your options. You should also talk to a lawyer. #3115EN Read More

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