When most people think about infidelity in divorce, it often ties to the state of a couple's interpersonal relationship and involves the possibility of cheating on one's spouse with another person. However, infidelity can come in many forms, including financial....
You and your current partner want to use mediation for your divorce. Working together may save you time and money, but how do you make the most of the option? American Bar Association offers insights into gaining the upper hand in mediation. Learn how to set yourself...
According to U.S. News & World Report, 2018 saw a record low marriage rate of 6.5, the lowest since the earliest year for which government marriage data exists. The decline in the number of couples joining in marriage is a growing trend in the U.S. Pew Research...
Grey divorcees often face unique struggles compared to their younger counterparts. In particular, most of these differences come in the form of struggles with assets and benefits. After all, you have much less time to make up losses than a younger couple. In...
While finalizing your divorce, you may start to feel the pressure and strain from this process weigh on you. Mediation can be a great way to reduce stress for those seeking a calmer path to divorce, since it prioritizes cooperation in several ways. Focus on...
Divorce mediation may not be appropriate for all former Washington couples. However, if your relationship with your soon-to-be-ex is not particularly contentious, you may find that mediating your divorce leads to some major benefits. Yahoo Lifestyle reports that a...
In terms of divorce law, Washington is a community property state. That means that courts consider everything that a couple acquired during their marriage as owned equally by each spouse. A divorce court will divide all these community assets so that each former...
When you and the mother of your children are a married couple, the law presumes that you are the father of your children. You automatically have a legal relationship with them without you having to take any steps to confirm it. However, if you have never married the...
If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, you may already be bracing for the upcoming court battle. Litigation is expensive, time-consuming and often contentious. If you are looking for a better option, you might consider mediation. Less stressful...
Whether you have been considering divorce for a while or your spouse just surprised you with an announcement, it is jarring to go from thinking like a married person to planning for a single future. As difficult as this time is emotionally, you will need to start...
