When you decide to divorce, suddenly your life is full of uncertainty. You aren’t sure what your child custody arrangement will look like with your ex. You don’t know how exactly you and spouse will split your assets. You may not even be certain of where you will live...
It is the duty of both parents to financially support a child, so they have a roof over their head, nutritious food to eat, and access to medical care as needed. When a parent has sole custody of a child, the other must pay child support. According to the Washington...
Divorce filings have increased over the past year. If your marriage is ending, you may want to consider foregoing the traditional route and trying a collaborative approach. In situations where a couple may have the ability to compromise without intervention by a...
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...
While all divorces have an emotional impact, they are especially trying when you have kids. That is why the way you talk to your kids about your divorce is so important. Psychology Today recommends the following strategies when discussing divorce with your children....
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...
When you were not the primary income earner in your marital home in Washington, your divorce (while helping to end your marital tension) will likely bring with it some concerns about your future. You may find yourself in an immediate need of funds to secure new...
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...
Dealing with a malicious co-parent can put you on your guard. Unfortunately, this often ends up being in your best interest. After all, malicious co-parents often wish to harm you in any way they can. To reach that end, they may even harm your child. This often...
While you made it through the last holidays of 2020, did your current child custody plan endure the changes to your usual schedule and routines? If not, work with the other parent to prepare your child custody schedule for the next major holiday. To help, see what Our...
