Reviewing child custody matters is a mandatory part of a divorce in Washington when parents share children. It is standard practice to split parental rights and responsibilities between the adults and family during a divorce. People who have pets instead of children,...
All marriages are different, which is often why it is difficult to generalize about the quality of a relationship and whether someone should file for divorce. Whether to file for divorce or not is a very personal decision. However, if you are wondering whether certain...
Most scenarios where parents divorce or start living separately lead to shared custody or co-parenting. Both adults have regular overnight visits with the children and share parental authority. Such arrangements aren't always ideal or even possible. Maybe one parent...
Leaving an abusive marriage takes immense courage. The decision to seek a divorce, while necessary, can amplify your fears. More so if you continue to receive threats from your abusive spouse during the legal process. Nevertheless, know that you are not alone in this...
For military couples, divorce may bring about a unique set of challenges. The life you've built together – through deployments, relocations and the daily sacrifices of military service – is changing, and with that change comes a host of practical concerns. For...
Divorce can bring big changes to your vision of the future. Unfortunately, these changes may also involve your retirement. What should you know about how the court divides retirement accounts, pensions and other benefits in a Washington divorce? What happens to your...
It is typical for parents to have disputes over child custody matters, especially if they have contradicting opinions on how to raise their children. There are legal options to address high-conflict divorces and child custody scenarios. Still, these situations can go...
People who are going through a divorce likely don’t want to have to continue communicating with their ex when the divorce is finalized, but communication is likely going to remain necessary if they share children. Partially due to how uncomfortable it can be to...
When parents of minor children decide to divorce, they need to address many family issues. They either negotiate with each other or litigate in family court. Custody matters are often very emotional, which can derail attempts to amicably resolve issues. Parents may...
Divorce can involve various adjustments, affecting your and your family’s life. Emotions can also run high during this period, making the transition stressful and overwhelming. You and your former spouse may need to brace yourselves when tackling issues that can...
