If you have discovered that your child has run away from home, it can put you on edge and be very upsetting. When a child continues to leave without permission or tries to hide from their parents, the likelihood is that there is something wrong, whether that’s...
Family Law
What rights do parents have?
As a parent, you always want to be there for your child. You know that you have an obligation to them and will be expected to care for them if you divorce your spouse, but do you know that you have rights as well? Knowing your parental rights is essential because you...
Temporary orders in a divorce
Washington divorces typically take some time to resolve. If the case is contested, it can take over a year before you get a court date and the judge issues a decision. In the meantime, you can apply for a temporary order when there is a part of the case that cannot...
What financial considerations does a divorce bring?
Divorce leads many to make careful considerations, especially ones related to finances. A divorce settlement in Washington frequently involves a division of assets and, possibly, decisions regarding spousal and child support. The aftermath may come with new financial...
4 things you can do to make your divorce less painful for your kids
When parents divorce, it can destabilize the entire lives of the children. They might have to change school districts, find it entirely new support network and adjust to a split schedule. Many families also have to reduce their overall standard of living when they...
When does one spouse get to keep the family home in a divorce?
Few assets stress people considering a divorce like a primary home can. You probably spend a significant amount of your household income every month on your mortgage and other housing costs. Your home is likely the most valuable piece of property you own, and you...
Should you tell your spouse before you file for divorce?
People often don't realize how unhappy their spouse is about their marriage until they get served with divorce paperwork. Regardless of how strained your relationship with your spouse has become, you may not particularly relish the thought of blindsiding them with a...
4 signs that your spouse has started an extramarital affair
People can change for a lot of different reasons. Sometimes, a period of depression or anxiety might lead to someone changing their behavior or acting differently toward their spouse and family than they usually do. Other times, stress can be a contributing factor to...
Divorce confusion: Protect against these challenges
As you prepare for divorce, it’s likely for confusion to set in. You have a basic understanding of what the process entails, but you’re unsure of how to approach the many challenges that are sure to come your way. On the plus side, when you attack your confusion head...
Is it just a rough patch, or is your marriage headed for divorce?
Many relationships are cyclical. You and your spouse may go through a rough patch, only to use the difficulty of that bad point in your relationship as a springboard into increased intimacy and a more satisfying connection. Marriage means making a long-term commitment...
