Child Support Modification Process

Summary

A proof of service form in washington is used only to detail how and when documents were served. It cannot include arguments or additional information. To address inadequate notice, file a supplemental declaration with the court. Include details about the lack of notice and your efforts to comply. Ensure the declaration is filed and served to the other party. Consult a local attorney for personalized guidance.

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where do i put this info and how do i say this for a revision in a child support matter he is trying not to pay
To seek a revision in a child support matter in Washington, you’ll need to file a Motion for Adjustment or Modification of Child Support. Ensure you provide evidence showing the need for modification (e.g., financial changes or non-payment).
Would you like guidance on filing this motion?
i want to say i want to let the court know i did my best to give him a copy of my response but he did not give me the 12 days notice required
In Washington, you can include this information in a declaration attached to your motion or response. Here's an example of how you might phrase it:
"I attempted to provide the other party with a copy of my response; however, I did not receive the required 12 days' notice before the hearing to properly respond."
Would you like guidance on drafting a declaration or filing the motion?
i already filed the declaration and response do i place in on proof of service
In Washington, if you served the documents to the other party, you should complete a Proof of Service form indicating how and when the documents were served. This ensures the court knows the other party was notified.
Would you like guidance on filling out a Proof of Service form?
no but i want to know if i can add i did not recieve the required 12 days notice before the hearing to properly respond
In Washington, you can address the lack of 12 days’ notice by filing a motion to continue the hearing, explaining the inadequate notice. You may also mention this issue during the hearing. Have you considered filing a motion to reschedule or raise it with the court?
i just already filed my response and not sure how to do this i dont want to have to talk during the hearing so i want to know if i can note this on my proof of service that i file
In Washington, a Proof of Service form is used solely to detail how and when documents were served. You cannot include arguments or additional information, such as lack of notice, on it. To address the issue, you can file a motion to continue or bring it up in writing through a supplemental declaration. Would you like guidance on filing a motion to continue?
how would i draft a suplimental declaration
Certainly! A supplemental declaration is used to provide additional information to the court. Here's a general example for your situation in Washington:
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**Supplemental Declaration**
**Case Name:** [Your Case Name]
**Case Number:** [Your Case Number]
**Court:** [Name of the Court]
**I, [Your Full Name], declare as follows:**
*. I filed my response to the court on [date of filing].
*. I want to inform the court that I did not receive the required 12 days' notice before the hearing to properly respond to the [motion or issue].
*. Despite the short notice, I have done my best to participate and comply with court procedures.
**I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that the foregoing is true and correct.**
**Dated:** [Date]
**Place:** [City, State]
**Signature:** [Your Signature]
**Printed Name:** [Your Full Name]
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You can attach this to your current filings. Ensure to file it with the court and serve a copy to the other party. Let me know if you need help with anything else!