Unless you have a marital agreement, most of your property is subject to division in Washington state divorce proceedings. Community property laws ensure that each spouse can receive a fair share of the couple's assets regardless of who earned more during the...
Shielding your children from a contentious divorce
The divorce process is likely to take its toll on your emotions. At times, you may feel angry, upset, bitter and sad. This is only natural, but it is important that you are not overcome by negativity. There are many potential benefits to obtaining a divorce –...
Mediation is an ideal divorce tool for those who need privacy
No one wants to go through a divorce even if they want to end their marriage. There is a degree of social stigma that comes from divorce, the process itself is frequently quite stressful. It can take months to get a hearing in court, and spouses often have no promises...
How can you make co-parenting easier?
When you divorce, you still need to maintain a functioning relationship if you have children together. Otherwise, the future will be challenging for you and your children. While co-parenting might not be easy, especially if the end of your marriage is troubled, there...
Does marriage counseling affect divorce?
One of the things couples in Washington who are seeking a divorce might consider is attending marriage counseling. While this is often seen as the way to save a marriage, it can also be used to resolve conflicts between the spouses, even if they end up splitting. Why...
What happens to IVF embryos in a Washington divorce?
Some couples can grow their family quickly and with minimal effort. In fact, some people wind up pregnant without trying at all. For others, it can be a much more difficult process, possibly requiring expert medical intervention. In vitro fertilization (IVF) has...
Do you need to prove that your ex cheated during your divorce?
After years of committed marriage, you discover racy photos on your spouse's tablet or accidentally read a text message that was clearly not meant for your eyes. All of a sudden, your ideas about your relationship go up in flames. You find yourself questioning if you...
Divorce and the military
Divorce when one or more spouse is in the military presents some extra complexities to everyone involved. It is worth knowing how this changes the regular divorce process and what impact it might have on a divorce with a military spouse. In the state of Washington,...
The military divorce rate remains high
Military families in Washington and across the country have a divorce rate that has remained high. There are a number of reasons for this. Primarily, the uncertainty and stress that are a constant part of military life put marriages under strain. This is an...
CDFAs can help financial divorce issues
If you are in the midst of a divorce in Washington, you know that the negotiations can be complex. A certified divorce financial analyst might be key to resolving difficulties about your settlement. What does a CDFA do? Most people probably haven't encountered the...
