How to Enforce a Parenting Plan or Child Support Order in Washington State
If your ex has intentionally refused to follow your parenting plan or has failed to pay child support, you have legal rights in Washington state and have options when it comes to choosing how to enforce a parenting plan or child support order. Both parenting plan violations and child support violations can be enforced […]
Washington State Child Support Law Changes in 2026: What Parents Need to Know
In 2026, an update to Washington state’s child support law will change how child support orders are calculated for divorcing couples, for individuals seeking new child support orders, and for those seeking child support modifications. In this article, we’ll explore how this law might impact you if you’re getting divorced or seeking new child support […]
Parenting Plans and Teenagers: What to Know
Teenagers brings unique challenges. Teenagers may have far busier schedules than younger children. They might be involved in extracurricular activities, find themselves juggling homework and seasonal sports schedules. And this doesn’t even begin to account for standardized test prep, the summer job or summer enrichment program–not to mention the need for free time to hang […]
How Family Law Attorneys Can Work with Bankruptcy Attorneys
Family law attorneys are often the first professionals who get an insider’s view into their client’s financial health and debt to income ratio. They might be the first professionals who deeply understand a client’s financial situation. In situations like divorce, where communication often breaks down, either one or both spouses may not always be fully […]
What Happens if You Die Without a Will in Washington State?
If you die without a will in the state of Washington, state law will dictate how your assets and property will be divided between your heirs, and state law will govern how property and assets get distributed. When a person passes away without an estate plan or will, they pass away “intestate.” This means that […]
5 Mistakes to Avoid in a DIY Divorce in Washington State
DIY divorce or divorce without a lawyer in Washington state can save you money if you get it right, but when mistakes are made, they can often be costly. In this article, we’ll explore some of the more common mistakes made in DIY divorce in Washington state, so you don’t make them. If you and […]
Understanding Collaborative Divorce in Washington State
Collaborative divorce is an amicable approach to divorce available in the state of Washington that allows couples to negotiate their divorce settlement outside of court with the assistance of an interdisciplinary team. Both parties commit to settling their divorce through private negotiation rather than in court. Regardless of whether a couple has many disagreements or […]
Do I Need a Will or Trust in Washington State?
If you’re just starting to think about estate planning in Washington state, you might be wondering whether you should use a will, or a trust, or both. When estate planning, there are many tools available to help you distribute your estate to beneficiaries, protect your legacy, make your wishes clear, and manage end-of-life planning. Two […]
Does a 50/50 Parenting Plan Really Work?
One could argue that in Washington state a 50/50 parenting plan, in the strictest possible sense, simply doesn’t exist. Most years have an odd number of days. There will always be one parent who has the children more of the time in any given year, even if that “more” is just one more day. Furthermore, […]
Can My Spouse Take My Vehicle in a Washington Divorce?
If you’re asking yourself, “can my spouse take my vehicle during our divorce?” you may want to speak to a Seattle, Washington family lawyer. Division of property is governed by Washington law 26.09.080. If your vehicle is community property, then both you and your spouse have rights to the vehicle. If the vehicle is truly […]