Many of our clients have never before been through the process of arranging child custody – and even those who have been through the process before soon discover that every case is different. We have created this index of legal articles to help our clients and potential clients better understand the Bellevue, WA child custody laws that are unique to Washington State. We hope that these clear, informative articles can help answer some of your basic questions and gain a better understanding of your case.
If you need more information about a legal subject, don't hesitate to contact us today for more information or to discuss your Seattle child custody case.
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Common Myths About Child Custody in Washington StateA Washington State child custody lawyer debunks myths that many people have regarding custody cases.
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Understanding Spiritual Custody: Deciding Religious Upbringing After DivorceChild custody can be made even more complex if the divorcing parents have different wishes when it comes to their kids’ religious or spiritual upbringing.
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Understanding Washington Custody Considerations for Very Young Children & InfantsA Bellevue child support lawyer discusses the special considerations needed when deciding the physical custody of an infant in Washington State.
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Seattle Child Custody Lawyer: Should Your Child Decide Custody?A Seattle child custody lawyer discusses whether or not you child should be involved in a conversation about his or her custody and visitation schedule.
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Virtual Visitation, Child Visitation During The Holidays and Child Support MythsVirtual visitation continues to gain popularity across the United States. Whilte there are pros and cons, virtual visitation may be an option foryou.
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An Overview of Supervised Child Visitation in Washington StateSupervised child visitation is a good option for some families. Learn who supervised child visits may be a good option for and common approaches to these visits.
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Four Common Washington State Child Custody Mistakes Parents MakeDon’t lose custody of your kids in court because of a preventable mistake. In this article, learn about four common mistakes people make in custody court.
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Five Tips for Successful Co-Parenting After a Washington DivorceLearning to successfully co-parent with your ex-spouse in order to raise healthy, happy kids who respect and spend time with both of their parents.
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Washington State Child Visitation Issues: Spending the Holidays Without Your KidsRead these tips on how to have a Merry Christmas as a divorced parent in Seattle even if your kids will be staying with your ex over the holidays.
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Childhood Obesity: A New Topic In Seattle Child Custody CasesRecently the issue of childhood obesity and neglect has emerged as a topic of discussion in a handful of Washington State child custody cases.
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When a Child Wants to Live With the Non-Custodial ParentYears after a divorce, your child may express a wish to live with their non-custodial parent or make other significant changes to the agreed parenting plan.
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Seattle Divorce Attorney: How To Have A Successful Visitation With Your Kids Post-DivorceA Seattle child custody attorney shares tips for parents who want to have successful visits from their kids after a divorce.
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Understanding Both Sides: “Disneyland Dads”After a divorce, one parent may begin to placate their children with gifts, trips, and less strict parenting - find out why in this article.
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The Role Of A Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) In Washington State CourtsA guardian ad litem is sometimes assigned to child custody cases in Washington State in order to better determine the best interests of the child in question.
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Talking To Your Kids About Child Custody And VisitationTalking with your kids about child custody can be even more difficult than telling them about the divorce. Read four helpful tips for the conversation here.
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Washington State Child Custody Law Loophole Puts Children In LimboA loophole in Washington's child custody laws allows children to be adopted by foster parents even as their biological parents continue their fight for custody.
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International Child Custody Laws Don’t Give Enough Weight To Domestic ViolenceIn too many cases, children were sent to live with their fathers or relatives overseas despite a history of sexual violence, physical and emotional abuse.
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When It Comes To Child Visitation, Email Could Be A Smart Way To Communicate With Your ExEmail allows you to discuss issues after having thought them out and without getting overly-emotional. In addition, email leaves a full record of your communication.
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For Christmas And Birthdays, Discuss Your Children’s Gifts With Your ExHaving a successful and happy Christmas holiday or birthday with your children after a divorce can be difficult, especially when it comes to Christmas presents.
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Parental Mental Illness and Child Custody in Washington StateLearn how mental illness can affect Washington state child custody cases here. If you have a mental disorder and were denied custody, call 425-460-0550.