Custody & Parenting

Parents raising their children together despite living separately have to share information. They need to communicate when scheduling adjustments are necessary. They also need to share details about developments in their children's lives. Communication creates...

Creating a parenting plan is one of the most important steps in a divorce or separation. However, even the most detailed plans can face challenges as life changes. For example, when parents cannot reach an agreement, they often end up in court. Here are three common...

Military life creates special challenges that become even harder during divorce. When one parent serves in the military, moving frequently and deploying overseas can make regular custody plans difficult. With careful planning, kids can stay close to both parents, even...

Parenting plans reflect what worked for your family at a specific point in time. As your child grows, schedules shift, school demands increase and family circumstances change. An arrangement that once felt workable may no longer support your child’s needs. Washington...

Custody disputes can be emotionally demanding and deeply personal. When parents separate, the focus often shifts from adult disagreements to decisions that shape a child's daily life stability and development. Understanding how custody decisions are evaluated helps...

Child custody and parenting decisions can feel overwhelming, especially during separation or divorce. Emotions are high and the choices you make can shape your child’s stability, routine and sense of security for years to come. Understanding how child custody works...

Adults who share parenting time either agree on terms by working with one another or set terms by going to family court. Both parents should make a reasonable effort to follow the terms of a parenting plan to the best of their ability. Occasionally, it may become...

It is commonly believed that children have the right to choose which parent to stay with once they are mature or old enough, but this is untrue. In Washington, even if a child may feel confident in their choice, custody is a much more complicated and delicate...

Going through a divorce is not easy, especially when children are involved. As a mother, balancing your emotional well-being with your child’s needs can feel overwhelming. Understanding how custody works and what courts consider when determining parenting arrangements...

A parenting evaluation, or child custody evaluation, is an assessment that a parent or court can request to determine the recommended custody arrangement that best fits a child’s interests. It involves the presence of a licensed psychologist, who will conduct...