In post-divorce families, it is not uncommon for parents to share custody of the children. If you have a shared-custody arrangement, though, you likely cannot cut your former spouse out of your life forever. Indeed, you must see your ex at least a couple of times each...
There is no one right way to deal with a divorce. Particularly if you are divorcing with children involved, sometimes creative solutions are necessary. One such solution that some divorcing couples employ is “nesting.” According to NBC News, nesting involves one...
Following a decision to pursue a divorce, you and your spouse must consider how you will co-parent your minor children. In addition to helping your children adjust to their new reality, you must agree to a parenting plan before the court can finalize your divorce....
Many people have horror stories about going through a divorce. With the end of your own marriage looming, you might fear that your divorce will be stressful and acrimonious. Having someone mediate your divorce may help you avoid a bad outcome. Mediation is a possible...
Even though the Seattle area has some of the country's best public schools, there are dozens of excellent private academies in and around the city. These private schools are not exactly cheap, however. In fact, according to Private School Review, the average cost of...
As a parent, the care of your children is one of your paramount concerns. Naturally, though, neither you nor your children's other parent can be with the kids at all times. This means you eventually must entrust your children's well-being to a daycare service, nanny...
Washington allows couples who commit themselves to a relationship long enough to divide property as if they were divorcing when they break up, despite lacking a marriage certificate. This depends on the exact circumstances of the relationship. If you find yourself at...
Child support negotiations can be one of the most contentious aspects of getting a divorce. Many factors go into how much a parent will pay for child support, including the income that each parent receives and the number of minor children there are living in the home....
Children may express a preference regarding which parent they want to live with after divorce. If so, does the court always agree? Under Washington State law, a family court judge should make decisions based on what is in children's best interest. According to those...
If you owe back child support or worry that your financial circumstances will cause you to fall behind in the near future, it is critical to go over the various penalties that you could face due to missing payments. Some non-custodial parents who owe support do not...
