Finances and infidelity are certainly two things that can cause divorce. When one partner is engaged in an extramarital affair, there’s often no way for the couple to repair the relationship after it comes to light. Financial pressures such as the stress of not being...
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Preparing your teenager for your divorce
Divorce can be a complicated subject to talk about with just about anyone. It may be more difficult to talk about your divorce with your teenager. They’re going through a lot of hormonal changes and experiencing a lot of new emotions. As their parent, you may fear...
3 ways military service puts pressure on marital relationships
Military servicemembers frequently rely on their careers to provide for spouses and children. Everything from housing to health insurance could be tied to their work. Therefore, military divorces are often very complicated legal matters that require unique custody...
What you need to know about custody modification in Washington
Court-issued custody orders are legally enforceable but not cast in stone. They can be modified if there has been a significant change in circumstances since they went into effect. However, Washington courts are not quick to modify a child custody order, as it can...
Choosing harmony: The benefits of an uncontested divorce
When many picture a divorce, the conventional image of a courtroom battle often springs to mind. However, many divorcing couples are now looking to avoid the erratic and often problematic court process of a contested divorce, opting for an uncontested divorce. By...
3 ways domestic violence can alter the divorce process
Some people choose to leave a marriage not due to infidelity or growing apart over the years but because of physical violence. Domestic violence may harm one individual or may affect every family member. An individual who is seeking to leave a violent and volatile...
Why setting priorities is key when filing for divorce
Setting clear priorities before filing for divorce is essential for individuals who are hoping to navigate the process effectively and achieve a fair and favorable outcome. As Washington is a community property state, it is especially important for each spouse to...
What are some reasons that older couples get divorced?
For much of the nation, divorce rates are down – except among the “50 and over” crowd. So-called “grey divorces,” which occur between older couples in long-standing marriages, are actually on the rise. If you find yourself contemplating divorce right when you thought...
5 things people forget to do after divorce
There’s a lot that’s discussed by spouses during the divorce process. You may feel overwhelmed and confused once the divorce process has settled. While you may think everything will be done and over once the divorce process has settled, there are still a few loose...
Are you a good fit for collaborative divorce?
While the divorce process is certainly tough, it does not have to be a protracted winner-takes-all battle. These days, more and more couples are opting for alternatives to litigation. One such alternative is collaborative divorce. Done rights, collaborative divorce...

