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We know that talking with your child about your divorce is never easy. As divorce and family law attorneys, we understand that telling your child as a united front, before there are any changes in living arrangements, is ideal. Of course, that is not possible in every...
If you have disputed issues in your divorce, you will undergo mediation (depending on state/local laws). Here’s a brief look into why courts want your case to go to mediation: 1. Your story, your goals, your chance to be heard. Before mediation, the mediator has a...
Our courts scrambled to stay open when the Covid-19 pandemic hit — it was a tall order! They had to bump up their technology game to improve participation rates and efficiency. So how did they do? Digital Didn’t Happen Overnight Even before the pandemic hit, national...
Are you newly separated or mid-divorce with no parenting agreement/order in place? Start the holiday visitation conversation early to avoid piling on the stress. We have 5 ways to help you navigate these new waters: 1. Parents Decide, Not The Kids Do not discuss...
Here in Washington state, Governor Jay Inslee officially proclaimed that August is Child Support Awareness Month in 2021, but when did child support become “a thing?” Turns out, in the 19th century, as the USA developed more aggressive child support obligations as...
Your marriage is unique, and chances are, your divorce will be too. We know that when your personal life turns on its ear, just getting through the day can be difficult. That’s why we suggest that you focus on the three key areas of social media, finances, and...
Divorce is never easy, but it is especially frightening if you depend on your spouse financially. As a non-working spouse, you don't have any income of your own. You don't have a recent job history either, which means that getting a good job could be difficult. If you...
For many divorcing couples in the Tri-Cities area, their home is one of the most valuable assets they own. Not just financially, but sentimentally. It might be the first place the couple bought together, the place where they raised their children. Besides being full...
When you are facing a divorce, you feel a gamut of emotions: hurt, anger, frustration and relief. At some point, you may decide you want to take matters more into your hands to gain a sense of control. You are tired and annoyed with the fact you have to negotiate so...
Because Washington is a community property state, Washington courts generally divide marital property equally between spouses in the event of a divorce, although there are scenarios in which this is not the case. Thus, it is especially important to know which of your...
We know that talking with your child about your divorce is never easy. As divorce and family law attorneys, we understand that telling your child as a united front, before there are any changes in living arrangements, is ideal. Of course, that is not possible in every...
If you have disputed issues in your divorce, you will undergo mediation (depending on state/local laws). Here’s a brief look into why courts want your case to go to mediation: 1. Your story, your goals, your chance to be heard. Before mediation, the mediator has a...
Our courts scrambled to stay open when the Covid-19 pandemic hit — it was a tall order! They had to bump up their technology game to improve participation rates and efficiency. So how did they do? Digital Didn’t Happen Overnight Even before the pandemic hit, national...
Are you newly separated or mid-divorce with no parenting agreement/order in place? Start the holiday visitation conversation early to avoid piling on the stress. We have 5 ways to help you navigate these new waters: 1. Parents Decide, Not The Kids Do not discuss...
Here in Washington state, Governor Jay Inslee officially proclaimed that August is Child Support Awareness Month in 2021, but when did child support become “a thing?” Turns out, in the 19th century, as the USA developed more aggressive child support obligations as...
Your marriage is unique, and chances are, your divorce will be too. We know that when your personal life turns on its ear, just getting through the day can be difficult. That’s why we suggest that you focus on the three key areas of social media, finances, and...