Washington
A parent wants to move to another city
Recently updated on April 27th, 2025 at 04:02 amQuestion: Only one of the parents wants to move to another city during or after a divorce in Washington state? Answer: See your divorce process (in case your spouse is missing)
Read MoreWhat proof do you need for a restraining order in Washington state
Recently updated on April 27th, 2025 at 12:30 pm Overview for Proof Needed for a Restraining Order What proof you need for a restraining order depends on the type of the restraining order. A restraining order, is formally known as a Civil Protection Order in the Washington State as these are governed by state law…
Read MoreDr Bowen’s Response: How mediation works
Recently updated on April 26th, 2025 at 10:31 pmQuestion How mediation works? Answer ENGLISH Hi! My name is Dr. Deirdre Bowen. I am a professor at the Seattle University School of Law. The information that I am about to provide to you should be taken as just that: information and not legal advice. One way…
Read MoreResources for Domestic Violence Victims
Recently updated on April 27th, 2025 at 06:28 pmNew Beginnings 24 hour helpline: (206) 522.9472 New Beginnings empowers survivors and mobilizes community awareness and action to end domestic violence. Sexual Violence Law Center Mission: Improve the legal response to survivors of sexual violence Phone: 206.624.0621 810, 3rd Avenue #500, Seattle WA 98104 King County Bar…
Read MoreDomestic Violence Protection Order (DVPO) in Tacoma and Pierce County in Washington
Recently updated on April 27th, 2025 at 02:09 pmOverview A domestic violence protective order is a legal shield for those facing abuse from spouses, partners, cohabitating individuals, family members, and intimate or dating relationships, regardless of living arrangements. It keeps the abuser to stay away and refrain from contact, aiming to ensure the victim’s safety.…
Read MoreDr Bowen’s Response: What equitable means for assets division and child custody
Recently updated on April 27th, 2025 at 08:27 amQuestion What equitable means for assets division and child custody? Answer ENGLISH Hi! My name is Dr. Deirdre Bowen. I am a professor at the Seattle University School of Law. The information that I am about to provide to you should be taken as just that: information…
Read MoreDomestic Violence Restraining Order in Washington
Recently updated on April 27th, 2025 at 08:42 am Overview A restraining order issued for domestic violence, is formally known as a Civil Protection Order in the Washington State as these are governed by state law (as opposed to Federal Law). The name of similar legal orders varies from state to state. However, the basic…
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Read MoreDr Bowen’s response: What happens if one parent wants to relocate?
Recently updated on April 27th, 2025 at 02:36 pmQuestion What happens with divorce if my spouse lives overseas? Answer ENGLISH Hi! My name is Dr. Deirdre Bowen. I am a professor at the Seattle University School of Law. The information that I am about to provide to you should be taken as just that: information…
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