Get Child Visitation in Snohomish County
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When parents call about “getting visitation,” it usually means there is no current parenting plan. This is common when parents were never married, are separated but not divorced, or when child support was set without a parenting plan. We help prepare the correct court documents to establish visitation through a parenting plan.
Common situations where visitation must be established
- Parents were never married and no parenting plan exists
- Parents are separated but have not filed for divorce
- Child support was established without a parenting plan
- One parent has informal visitation but no enforceable court order
How visitation is typically requested
1) Petition for a parenting plan (unmarried parents)
When parents were never married, visitation is usually established by filing a petition asking the court to enter a parenting plan. We prepare the documents needed to start this process in Superior Court.
2) Motion for a parenting plan
In some cases, a motion may be appropriate to establish visitation, depending on how the case began and whether other orders already exist.
3) Parenting plan during divorce
During a divorce, either parent may request a temporary or final parenting plan to establish visitation. We prepare the required filings so visitation issues are addressed early and clearly.
What to gather before we prepare documents
- Basic information about both parents and the child
- Any existing court orders (child support or prior cases)
- A proposed visitation schedule (if you have one)
- Information about the child’s school and routine
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Call: 206-578-9493