August 2017

28
Aug

Motion for Revision Family Law: Considerations

It is important to know that for family law cases, the filing of a motion for revision does not stay (place on hold) the Commissioner’s order, and the order shall remain in force (effect) unless a separate motion is made to the court and an order staying the Commissioner’s order is granted by the assigned Judge or the Commissioner who

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22
Aug

Motion for Revision Family Law: Changing a Court Commissioner’s Ruling

​In Clark County, Washington and in many other counties throughout Washington, Superior Court Commissioners handle family law matters routinely. Superior Court Commissioners are not elected judges part are judicial officers hired by the court to decide legal matters as authorized under Washington law. Washington law makes clear that Court commissioners play an important role in the Washington State court system. The

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14
Aug

Parenting Plans in Clark County WA

As a Divorce Lawyer, I know divorces can be one of the most emotionally draining events in a person’s life.  The court ultimately has the authority to make decisions that can affect everyone involved for the rest of their lives potentially.  And of all the things the court can decide in a divorce, one of the most important and contentious

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10
Aug

Recent Changes to WA Law Impacting Drivers for DUIs and Cell and Other Electronic Devices

DUI Changes The State of Washington continues to harshen consequences for drinking drivers in the state by changing the law and now making a fourth driving under the influence offense a felony in Washington state if it has occurred within the last 10 years.  Prior to the change, Washington driving laws required four misdemeanor DUI convictions over a 10-year period

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