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How do I Protect Fathers Rights in WA? Seattle Child Custody Lawyer Eric Engel Discusses Custody Law
Seattle child custody lawyer Eric Engel discusses the changes in custody law regarding a father's rights.
Free Legal Aid provides useful information about child custody. In addition to the video here, be sure you check out other resources.
Child Protective Services is a state agency that investigates reports of child abuse and neglect. Child safety is the first concern of Child Protective Services. They will work with both parents to safely care for their child. Check to learn more.
Washington child custody protects the child. The family courts encourage divorcing parents to cooperatively write a parenting plan. Washington expects parents to present a parenting plan prior to a custody hearing. The court then approves or rejects the plan. Check to learn more.
Child Custody Relocation in Washington State
The first question is whether Washington’s relocation law applies. If there is no existing court order for custody and visitation, then the relocation law doesn’t apply and the custodial parent is free to move. Check to learn more.
In Washington, one or both parents may be granted either legal custody or physical custody. Legal custody refers to your right to make day-to-day decisions on behalf of your child, including decisions about medical care, education, and religion. Check to learn more.