Your marriage is coming to an unexpected end. It feels like your world is crashing down around you. You may be consumed with anger or grief. Or maybe you’re in a hurry to rid the house of any trace of your ex as quickly as possible. While it’s easy to focus on how...
Tacoma Family Law Blog
How to keep your furry friend when your marriage ends
When you and your spouse decide to call it quits, it can feel like your whole world is crumbling around you. In addition to losing your life partner, you may also be losing your home, your lifestyle and even members of your social circle. It can add insult to injury...
Illness and divorce: the scientific trend
A recent article in the Journal of Health and Social Behavior looked at the impact of serious physical illness on marriages. The study revealed that when a woman suffers from a serious physical illness, her husband is statistically far more likely to divorce her than...
Dividing and protecting your 401K in a divorce
During a divorce, much attention is given to how a couple will split up their joint assets. Each person may also focus a lot of energy on what they want to keep or how they can maintain as much of their savings as possible. When it comes to dividing a retirement plan...
What happens when your spouse faces job loss during a divorce?
You are in the middle of support negotiations with your soon-to-be ex-spouse, when they lose their job. This may be a shock to both of you – and it may throw a wrench in the negotiations. It does not mean that negotiations stop, however. Job loss during a divorce is...
Tips for keeping your cool during a heated custody dispute
The path through divorce proceedings is a winding and complex one. Disagreements over property, retirement funds and sentimental items can lead many people to do or say things they wouldn't have in less stressful situations. When child custody enters into the mix,...
One issue that could likely mean the death of your marriage
Every marriage has its ups and downs. Sometimes everything seems to flow easily with your partner, while other times you may drive each other crazy. Effectively navigating through the turbulent times isn’t necessarily instinctive. Particularly in the early stages of a...
Is your co-parent sabotaging your parenting time?
Let’s face it: most marriages don’t end on good terms. You and your ex may have deep-rooted resentment towards one another and no desire to be involved in each other’s lives. However, if you have children together, severing all ties is unfortunately not an option. A...
How living in Tacoma could actually benefit your marriage
It may sound absurd to assert that the place you live can have an impact on the stability of something as personal as your marriage. However, there’s one key area that plays an unexpectedly large role in one’s marriage – and in this area, Tacoma is especially...
Tips for parents to get through Thanksgiving following divorce
Thanksgiving marks the beginning of a six-week long, joyous holiday season of family togetherness. But if you’re recently divorced, this time of year can be emotionally turbulent. While it can be easy to slip into despair or resentment, it’s best for you and for your...