Marriage is usually pretty simple—it’s either a yes or a no. Relationships, on the other hand, can get complicated. Have you ever heard of a “common-law marriage”? It’s when two people live together as a married couple without going through a...
Trying to live life, let alone facing challenges, while negotiating with your soon-to-be ex-spouse can be overwhelming during a divorce. When disagreements on important matters arise and finding common ground seems impossible, the court may step in through litigation...
If you’re considering filing for divorce in Washington State, it’s important to understand the process to make the experience smoother for you. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the legal requirements and necessary steps involved in...
This is the most comprehensive guide on child custody in Washington State. Child custody is one of the most sensitive and important issues in family law. Sadly, 50% of children will experience the divorce of their parents during childhood, meaning one in two...
It’s common procedure to split property and other assets during a divorce. But what about pets? Since we form emotional bonds with our dogs, cats, and other pets, this can feel different than dividing inanimate objects such as cars, jewelry, or real estate. In the...
Divorce is more than a separation between two people. It can affect many other relationships in your life as well. Hopefully, you have close friends and family you can rely on during this time. But in many cases, divorce severs bonds with mutual friends you had with...
Many of us share our personal lives on social media. If you’re getting a divorce, it may seem normal to share this, too. But be careful. Until the divorce is final, anything you post on social media or send emails can and likely will be used against you. Here are some...
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the highest divorce rates in recent years are among people aged 55 to 64 — so-called “gray divorces.” This includes some high-profile separations such as Bill and Melinda Gates who ended their 27-year marriage earlier this year....
Summer break can complicate even carefully considered parenting plans. This is especially true this year as shifting COVID-19 restrictions can make advance scheduling difficult. So, what do you do if you have a summer or holiday disagreement that you and your...
After declining for several years in a row, the divorce rate in the U.S. reached a record low in 2019. But when COVID-19 began spreading across the country and the world in March 2020, it was assumed that quarantine measures, job losses, economic uncertainty, and the...
