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How Getting Remarried Affects Alimony
If you are currently receiving alimony and are thinking about getting remarried, you’ll want to take a close look at your divorce settlement and spousal maintenance decree. Unless you and
Living apart from your spouse while staying married
If you are thinking of living physically apart from your spouse, while still staying married, you are not alone. Nearly four million married Americans live apart from their spouses, and
My Ex Badmouths Me to the Kids; Is this Parental Alienation?
When divorce brings up feelings of resentment, anger, sadness, or hurt, it’s common for children to get caught in the crossfire. In a moment of anger, a parent might share
How Infidelity Can Impact A Divorce
Washington is a no-fault divorce state. If your only grievance when filing for divorce is that your partner cheated on you, don’t expect to be able to punish your spouse
Do I Need a Prenuptial Agreement for my Gray Marriage?
Americans over 50 have lived through some of the most radical transformations of American family life, divorce, and marriage—and as the Baby Boomers get older, they continue to transform the
Prenups for LGBTQ Couples in Washington
LGBTQ couples have the same right to marry and divorce as heterosexual couples, meaning that LGBTQ prenuptial agreements work the same way they would for couples in heterosexual relationships. A
Prenuptial Agreement Templates: What You Should Know
When planning your wedding, it’s understandable to want to cut your costs. One way that couples might try to save money is by using a prenuptial agreement template or low-cost
When Can I Get My Spouse to Pay My Attorneys’ Fees During Washington Divorce
Divorce can be expensive. Not only is divorce a major emotional decision, but it involves many financial decisions, one of which is whether to hire a lawyer. One of the
Medical Divorce in Washington
Prior to the passage of the Affordable Care Act’s Medicaid expansion, couples sometimes faced wrenching decisions when one partner was diagnosed with a chronic or progressive illness, like Alzheimer’s or
Collaborative Military Divorce
Military divorce raises unique challenges. If you’re filing for divorce when one or both parties is in the military, you and your former partner will likely need to consider some
Collaborative Divorce Over 50 in Washington State
If you’re over 50 and thinking about getting divorced in Washington, you’re not alone. According to The Journals of Gerontology, 36% of adults getting divorced in the U.S. are over
Emergency Estate Planning: Estate Planning Before Surgery
If you have surgery planned, you’ve probably taken steps to prepare for your procedure with your medical team, including taking steps at home to prepare for your surgery by following
Guide to Dividing Assets in a Collaborative Divorce
Divorce is a difficult process that can be emotionally and financially draining for both parties involved. However, when couples are able to work together in a collaborative divorce, it can
What is Online Divorce Mediation?
The process of divorce mediation, especially when done online, can seem daunting to clients expecting a more traditional process involving opposing counsel and a day in court. Knowing what to
Harassment Divorce Attorney in Seattle, Washington
If you’re going through a difficult divorce, you’re not alone. According to the American Journal of Family Law, anywhere from 10 to 20 percent of divorces are “classified as high-conflict”
Things Often Overlooked in Divorce Agreements in Washington
If you’re in the process of negotiating a divorce settlement, you might be focused on some of the “big picture” aspects of divorce (who will get the family home? how
Co-Parenting Schedules in Washington State
One of the most challenging aspects of any Washington parenting plan is negotiating the co-parenting schedule. The custody schedule you ultimately choose for your family will depend on many factors,
Long-Distance Co-Parenting in Seattle, Washington
While many divorcing couples might imagine long-distance co-parenting in Seattle as a situation where parents live in different states or distant cities, the reality is that co-parents can live in
Does Your Prenuptial Agreement Pass the Fairness Test in Washington State?
Whether you’re thinking about writing a prenuptial agreement, are getting divorced and want to challenge a prenuptial agreement, or think it’s time to take a second look at a prenuptial
Shared Decision Making: How Mediation Can Help in Washington State
One of the major decisions you’ll need to make in your parenting plan if you’re getting divorced or separated involves decision-making itself. While most day-to-day decisions won’t be specifically outlined
Washington State Parenting Plan for Unmarried Parents
If you have a child and were never married, but are breaking up or separating, you and your partner may find yourself negotiating a range of complex questions involving parentage, parenting plans, child support, and child custody.
Moving Out of State Without a Custody Agreement in Washington State
If you don’t have a custody agreement with your former partner, and if there is no court order for visitation or parenting time, you would generally be able to move
Terminating a Legal Guardianship
A family or individual can terminate a guardianship by petitioning the court or by filing a written complaint to terminate the guardianship. A guardianship can also terminate without a court
Questions to Ask Before Getting Married, a Collaborative Perspective
If you’re thinking of getting married, you’re probably thinking about the fun stuff: wedding venues, cakes, flowers, dress designers, and invitations. But before you choose your venue, set the date,
Estate Planning, Prenups, and Adoption: Family Mediators in Seattle Offer Support Beyond Divorce
Family mediators help couples and families work through difficult family issues. We often think about family mediators as working with divorced couples, but family mediators can do so much more.
Reasons to Deny Overnight Visitations
When you file for divorce or separation, overnight visitation schedules are outlined in your Washington parenting plan. If you are curious about how your parenting plan will look and what
What to Include in a Prenup in Washington State
Marriage doesn’t just change your relationship to your partner, it changes your relationship to your money. Without a prenuptial agreement, marital property is subject to Washington’s community property laws. A