During a divorce in Washington State, a litigated property division process follows the principle of equitable distribution. This means that courts aim to divide marital assets and debts fairly and justly, though not necessarily equally. Washington is a community...
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How divorce can create narcissists
When people are going through divorce, they often claim that their spouse is a narcissist. They feel like their spouse only thinks about themselves and doesn’t care about anyone else. They may even say that this attitude is the reason for the divorce. This certainly...
What is collaborative divorce?
Collaborative divorce is a radical shift from traditional divorce proceedings. It's designed to minimize conflict and facilitate a mutually beneficial agreement between separating spouses. This is a more amicable and less adversarial approach to ending a marriage. In...
Getting married young increases divorce odds
Many different things can increase the odds of divorce for a couple. If one person has an occupation that causes them to travel a lot, for example, that can put some stress on the marriage. This is one of the reasons that military couples often get divorced because...
Is marriage counseling worth trying before filing for divorce?
Most people don't rush into divorce. Instead, they contemplate every alternative option before deciding to end a marriage. Even in cases involving infidelity and abuse, they may hope to work through the issue and repair the marital relationship. Marital counseling or...
Are you filing for divorce in January? It’s time to get prepared.
Filing for divorce is a challenging and life-altering decision, and navigating the process can be overwhelming. As January is statistically a peak month for divorce filings, those who plan to file during this busy time should know that it’s crucial to be well-prepared...
What are the biggest conflicts that lead to divorce?
Marriages do not always go smoothly. Often, there is significant conflict between the couple. Each year, that conflict leads some couples to decide that enough is enough and file for divorce. One survey of 1,000 divorcing and divorced couples asked them what they...
Top unique reasons for divorce among military couples
Military couples, like any other couples, may face unique challenges in their relationships that can lead to divorce, including potential issues like getting married too young, experiencing infidelity, having different financial perspectives, etc. But it’s also worth...
Find out what kind of child custody works for you
If you’re going through a divorce and have children to think about, then you will eventually have a child custody agreement or order. Child custody determines each parent’s physical and legal custody. Physical custody is a parent's responsibility to maintain their...
How to handle your first Christmas as divorced parents
It’s almost Christmas. Even if you and your kids love this time of year, it’s not without its challenges, and those can be exacerbated if you have recently divorced. The first Christmas after divorce can be tough for children, parents and their wider family. It...