Before the union between two people is officiated, many couples have taken into consideration that there’s an ever so slight chance that there could be a divorce. If a marriage does lead to divorce, even if couples don’t plan to stay divorced, people often want to...
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When might supervised visitation be necessary?
As a parent, your top priority is the well-being of your children. This is something that the family court will also prioritize in custody cases. Typically, the family court prefers both parents to be actively involved in the upbringing of the child. That said, there...
3 points to remember when divorcing after adopting children
Parents who adopt a child likely think their marriage is going to last forever. If something happens and the marriage dissolves, they may wonder what divorce will be like with an adopted child. Child custody matters with children who are adopted are handled the exact...
Should you hire a financial advisor for your divorce?
Divorce is a difficult process for most people. The results of your divorce can impact your life in many ways moving forward. For some divorces, it may make sense to hire a financial advisor. Learn more about when this may be needed here. During high-conflict...
2 points to remember during a child custody case
One of the best things that parents can do when they go through a divorce is to ensure that the children are properly cared for. This requires that the parents put the children first and make all decisions based on what’s best for them. The parenting plan is the...
Is divorce mediation worth the extra cost?
The costs that you have to cover when you file for divorce start piling up immediately. There are attorney fees and court costs. You will probably miss out on work at least a few times when you attend court or meet with your lawyer, which will lead to lost wages...
How can you locate a spouse’s hidden bank account?
When you marry someone, you agree to combine your families and households. The commingling of your lives isn't just a personal decision. It's also a legal matter. The state views your property, income and debts as shared or marital property. Typically, anything you...
Why should you consider divorce mediation?
Some married couples last the duration, while others find out that they are better suited apart. Traditionally, divorce has been viewed as an adversarial process, but this is gradually starting to change. There are now several alternatives to a litigated divorce, and...
Your divorce can set the tone for child custody
The end of a marriage is a trying time for anyone. When you share children with each other, you have to make sure that you’re taking care of them. What many people don’t realize is the tone they set for the divorce can have an impact on the child custody situation. ...
3 times the courts may agree your ex can’t share custody with you
Washington laws about custody do not reference the sex of the parents involved. Despite some people claiming that mothers receive preferential consideration, the law wants a judge to keep the focus on the best interests of the children. Decades of research have helped...

