Divorce can be a challenging experience for children, but Washington parents can take practical steps to ease their children’s emotional stress. Combining legal guidance with thoughtful parenting strategies helps kids adjust positively during this transition....
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Is a proposed relocation an attempt at parental alienation?
by rs@findlaw.com | Apr 9, 2025 | Child Custody
It can be difficult for people who divorce to work together to raise children. Most parents can set aside their differences to focus on what might be best for their shared progeny. Some parents simply cannot put their children first. Even after a divorce, they may...
Does infidelity matter in a Washington divorce?
by rs@findlaw.com | Apr 7, 2025 | Divorce
Adultery is one of the most common reasons that people decide to file for divorce. Whether one spouse had a one-night stand or engaged in a protracted extramarital affair with a co-worker, the other spouse is unlikely to feel secure in the relationship after the...
How is a marriage like a new business?
by rs@findlaw.com | Apr 1, 2025 | Divorce
Getting married can feel a lot like starting a new business. You're excited, hopeful and unsure of what lies ahead. But just as your business needs protection, so do marriages. Things change—sometimes in ways we never expect. While nobody walks down the aisle thinking...
When can you request a child support modification?
by rs@findlaw.com | Mar 31, 2025 | Child Support
Life is full of ups and downs, twists and turns. One day you're cruising along, and the next, everything changes. You get a new job, your child's needs change or your family grows. However, one thing that doesn't automatically adjust to these changes is your child...
Understanding separation contracts in Washington State
by rs@findlaw.com | Mar 18, 2025 | Divorce, Marital Agreements
Legal separation is a good option for spouses who may want to live apart but are not ready for the finality of divorce. Some may not want to end the marriage due to religious reasons. Others may still have hope for reconciliation, but they need time apart to work...
Scheduling parenting time around frequent work travel
by rs@findlaw.com | Mar 14, 2025 | Child Custody
For parents who travel frequently for work, maintaining a strong and consistent relationship with their children can be challenging. Parenting time schedules must be flexible enough to accommodate travel obligations while ensuring that children receive the care and...
Why seek professional asset valuation pre-divorce?
by rs@findlaw.com | Mar 6, 2025 | Property Division
In Washington State, which follows community property laws, all marital assets are typically split equally in the event of a divorce unless a court determines otherwise or spouses mutually agree to a relatively uneven division of their marital property. Before a fair...
Is income earned during marriage always community property?
by rs@findlaw.com | Mar 5, 2025 | Property Division
In most cases, yes. However, there can be exceptions and complications. Community property refers to assets and income acquired by either spouse during marriage. In a community property state like Washington, both spouses have equal ownership rights to wages,...
Selling or keeping the family home: Which route to take?
by rs@findlaw.com | Feb 26, 2025 | Divorce
Your family home is more than just bricks and mortar; it holds precious memories of your family's history and is often your largest asset. Deciding what to do with it during a divorce involves more than emotions—it's a significant financial consideration. The ultimate...
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