Military deployments can make it harder for parents and children to stay connected. Long absences and unpredictable routines can strain the relationship. Despite this, there are simple and creative ways to maintain a strong bond, even from far away. Below are some...
Child Custody
When guardians fail: How Washington holds you accountable
On Behalf of Lutz & Associates, P.S. | Jun 20, 2025 | Child Custody
Being a guardian is more than just a title. It is a legal duty to protect someone's well-being. If the court appoints you as a guardian for another person—child or adult—who cannot manage their affairs, the law expects you to care for them with honesty, fairness and...
Preparing to co-parent in the event of a crisis
On Behalf of Lutz & Associates, P.S. | Jun 16, 2025 | Child Custody
Preparing to co-parent in the event of a crisis is one of the most important ways parents can protect their children’s emotional and physical well-being. While no one wants to imagine an emergency—such as a natural disaster, serious illness or civil unrest—having a...
What happens when parents disagree on child-rearing decisions?
On Behalf of Lutz & Associates, P.S. | May 23, 2025 | Child Custody
In theory, all parents in Washington have the same basic rights. The law makes it clear that the family courts should not extend preferential consideration to one parent over the other. Instead, there is a presumption that parents should share custody, control and...
Do you know how to defend against a custody modification request?
On Behalf of Lutz & Associates, P.S. | May 20, 2025 | Child Custody
It can feel like a punch to the gut when your child’s other parent files a child custody modification request. After all, if they had their way, the time you get to spend with your child would be limited, and it may even be restricted to occurring on a supervised...
Is a proposed relocation an attempt at parental alienation?
On Behalf of Lutz & Associates, P.S. | Apr 9, 2025 | Child Custody
It can be difficult for people who divorce to work together to raise children. Most parents can set aside their differences to focus on what might be best for their shared progeny. Some parents simply cannot put their children first. Even after a divorce, they may...
Scheduling parenting time around frequent work travel
On Behalf of Lutz & Associates, P.S. | Mar 14, 2025 | Child Custody
For parents who travel frequently for work, maintaining a strong and consistent relationship with their children can be challenging. Parenting time schedules must be flexible enough to accommodate travel obligations while ensuring that children receive the care and...
What are the legal implications of parental alienation?
On Behalf of Lutz & Associates, P.S. | Jan 20, 2025 | Child Custody
As a parent, there's nothing more devastating than being rejected by your own child. But what if that rejection is not a natural part of growing up but rather the result of manipulation by the other parent? When parental alienation gets severe enough, it can become...
How special needs impact custody home requirements
On Behalf of Lutz & Associates, P.S. | Dec 16, 2024 | Child Custody
Divorce is tough, but when you are facing it with a child who has special needs, the journey becomes even more complex. One often overlooked aspect is how adaptive equipment and home modifications can impact your custody case. Let us explore this crucial topic. Two...
When must one parent notify the other of an impending move?
On Behalf of Lutz & Associates, P.S. | Nov 14, 2024 | Child Custody
Agreeing to specific custody terms or completing the litigation process during divorce can help people establish a new routine. Parents become acclimated to regular custody exchanges and the division of parental rights and responsibilities. They know they need to...
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