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<p class="MsoNormal"><b>From:</b> wsbapt-bounces@lists.wsbarppt.com <wsbapt-bounces@lists.wsbarppt.com>
<b>On Behalf Of </b>msafren@jennylinglaw.com<br>
<b>Sent:</b> Monday, October 17, 2022 10:55 AM<br>
<b>To:</b> 'WSBA Probate & Trust Listserv' <wsbapt@lists.wsbarppt.com><br>
<b>Subject:</b> [WSBAPT] Template for a Motion for Family Support under RCW 11.54<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Hello Esteemed Listserv Members,<o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal">Does anyone have a template for a motion/ petition and order granting said motion/ petition for Family Support for a surviving spouse on RCW 11.54 that they could share with me?
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<p class="MsoNormal">I’ve got a matter where a surviving spouse is trying to protect the equity in the home against creditors.
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<p class="MsoNormal">Thank you in advance for any and all assistance! <o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color:black">Warmest regards,<br>
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