My lawyer feels the only way to go about "arguing" for primary household would be to hire a Guardian Ad litem, which will prove spendy with no guarantees. I feel I definitely have a shot at it. I am living in the family home, stable environment, family nearby, good job. STBXW has moved 4 times in less than a year and a half, she is currently living with her boyfriend, his mother with dementia, her care takers (one of which has a criminal record). Her lack of job hours puts her on state support, etc. She is not living in the ideal environment to raise a child. it's not horrible, but it's not comparable to what I am providing either. However, she is the "mother" and Washington tends to lean that way, so it is an iffy proposition. My attorney, feels that simply giving STBXW the "logo" of primary parent, and striking out all of the things that would entail in the decree, is an easier approach.
I would listen to your lawyer as they are much more familiar with the laws in your state. Personally, I would see what other additional clauses (if applicable in your case) could be added to the agreement…like school pick up and drop off is at your house, etc. That said, YOU need to feel comfortable with the choice you make. I understand that it could be expensive and such. IF you feel the kids are better off with YOU….IF YOU FEEL like it truly is in their best interest to be with YOU and to have primary residence with you – then I would still request it and still fight for it.
Originally Posted By: ericmsant2
Write down 10 things that you really would like to do in the next 24 months. They could be small, large, medium size….it could be anything that would make you happy.
I didn’t see the 10 things…..
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