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Fathers Rights in a Wa. State Divorce

Fathers Rights in a Washington State Divorce

When seeking divorce lawyers for men, it is important to note the criteria for choosing the right attorney will be the same.  See What to look for in a divorce lawyer

A lawyer’s perceived preference for certain social or political movements has no impact on the quality of their legal representation or measurable effect on outcome.  For that reason, at Weintraub Law Office, we advocate for men and women with equal tenacity based on the individual client’s legal rights and goals. We also, however, recognize that the law, and sometimes judicial decisions, have lagged behind changes in social and economic conditions. We closely monitor changes in case law and trends within the King County and other local county court systems to determine how best to adequately address inequalities in the legal system.

Mens and Fathers Rights in the Family Law Court System

Family courts have traditionally held certain assumptions regarding the role of men and woman on issues like parenting and financial support.  Thankfully, many of the more rigid assumptions have been modified and adapted to modern realities, though not to the extent or with the speed some would like.  Along with changing social, cultural and economic realities and new understanding of the vital parenting role fathers have, the influence of the Father’s Right movement and concept of “Divorce for Men” have been very influential in helping change the traditional mindset of family law judges and the law itself.

Prior to 2007, for example, the law prohibited joint custody (50/50) residential arrangements unless the parties agreed to it, and focused on which parent performed the majority of parenting functions within the prior 12 months.  Today, RCW 26.09.187(3) (b) allows for a shared residential schedule if such provision is in the best interests of the child taking into account certain factors. It is no longer legally disfavored.

Despite these positive changes, we understand men may still face an uphill legal battle against certain traditionally held notions and subtle court biases.

Please call Weintraub Law Office at +1 425 374 4045 or contact us online for an appointment to discuss your legal rights as a father and husband.

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Family Law Practice Areas
Divorce and Separation
Divorce & Legal Separation
Complex Divorce
Cooperative & Collaborative Divorce
Divorce Advice/Uncontested Divorces
Divorce Tax Implications
Estate Planning and Divorce 
International Divorce
Litigation and Trial
Property Division
Spousal maintenance (Alimony)
Post Divorce Legal Actions
Children and Parenting Issues
Child Custody and Parenting Issues
Child Support
Child Support Modification in Washington State
Fathers Rights in a Wa. State Divorce
Paternity and Parenting Actions
Parenting Plan Modification in Washington State
Domestic Violence
Protection & Restraining Orders/Domestic Violence
Mediation
Family Law Mediation at Weintraub Law Office
WA Legal Agreements
Prenuptial/Post-Marital/Cohabitation Agreements

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