Horenstein Family Law Blog - May 2010 Entries
Non Parent Custody and Visitation
Posted: May 24, 2010
The State of Washington has been at the national forefront on the issue of the rights of non parents to have custody or visitation with children.
Two cases from the State of Washington went to the United States Supreme Court on this issue and there have been many subsequent cases decided by our state trial courts, Courts of Appeal and Supreme Court.
Divorced Parents and Post Secondary Child Support Obligation
Posted: May 19, 2010
There is an anomaly in Washington law regarding the requirement to help pay for your child’s post high school education.
If you are married, you have no legal obligation to help pay for your child’s post high school education. However, if you are divorced, the court can require you to do so.
Respect Is The Key
Posted: May 17, 2010
Respect: to show regard or consideration of. I am often asked why do marriages and relationships break down. Is there one thing that can predict the end? I am not a marriage counselor, but I do believe that most of the time the parties do not respect each other.
Parenting Classes for Divorcing Families
Posted: May 3, 2010
A support group and parenting class are being offered locally for parents going through divorce. Classes start soon. If you are interested, please contact Centerpoint Resolution Specialists.
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