When parents divorce, they usually focus pretty hard on who gets how much physical time with the children – and they may not realize the significance of the way that “decision-making authority” is divided here in Washington – particularly when it comes to their...
Some couples battle it out to the bitter end of their marriage, while other couples simply agree that neither of them is happy and that it’s time to move on. If you find yourself in the second category, you may be able to obtain an uncontested divorce. This is where...
The start of the school year can be exciting for the kids, but stressful for the parents. When you’re newly separated or divorced, however, this once-familiar process can suddenly get extra complicated. If you find yourself trying to delicately navigate the...
In the immediate aftermath of the decision to divorce, everything may seem a bit chaotic. All of the normal “rules” you’ve been operating by in your relationship are now out the window, and you have to find a new way to handle everything from paying the household...
If you are divorcing or divorced and you have a child with plans to go to college at some point, you will need to answer this question: who pays for their education? What are we paying for? Post-secondary education support refers to the money parents contribute to a...
Dividing assets in a divorce can be complicated and contentious for several reasons. One such reason is valuation disputes. Assigning value to a property is critical to ensuring parties get a just and equitable settlement, but spouses can disagree on what properties...
You may pay — or receive — alimony if you are divorcing. Alimony, also known as spousal maintenance or support, is what one person pays a spouse during separation and after divorce on a temporary or permanent basis. Spousal support is one issue that people tend to...
If you are heading for divorce, you may be worried about how complicated and disruptive the process will be. For better or worse, you likely won't know until the divorce is underway or until you are on the other side of it. However, some factors are known to cause...
Your world may center around your child, but when it comes to a divorce, it can be challenging to know just how much of a role they should play. As a general rule of thumb, parents should never put kids in the middle of any divorce-related dispute or ask them to weigh...
Divorce takes a tremendous toll on people's mental health. The legal process is taxing and stressful, and the changes you go through can leave you feeling anxious and afraid about the future. It is crucial to address mental health during a divorce and after it's...
