Protecting your military pension can be a top concern if you are a servicemember divorcing or already divorced in Washington. Many military members wonder: Can my ex-spouse claim a part of this pension after divorce? Federal laws do not entitle former spouses to a...

Military service can take a tremendous toll on marriages. As such, there comes a time for many married servicemembers when their partner wants a divorce. If this happens while you are deployed, you could be worried about what you can do and what will happen while you...

Choosing to be in the military is a major commitment that often involves many sacrifices. It’s a career path that can bring challenges to one’s personal life that many civilians do not have to face – such as frequent separations from family due to deployment or...

Being in the military means your life and work schedule are inherently unpredictable. You may be sent away for training or deployment with little notice. If you’re going through a divorce, you may be worried about what this means for your custody. It’s important to...

A military divorce often follows a complicated path as both parties attempt to work toward their new, independent futures. Even if the spouses both approach the process in agreement, there are numerous layers of negotiations, compromises and challenges both parties...

Being a military spouse comes with certain sacrifices. But being married to a servicemember also comes with some valuable government benefits. If divorce is on the table, you may have justified fears about how your marriage dissolution may affect your access to those...