Your divorce has the potential to cause serious disruptions to your children’s lives. Yet, no matter you and your ex-spouse's reasons for your split, you will want to mitigate its impact on them by any possible means. If you are both remaining in the Seattle area...
Month: October 2020
Fight for a just and comprehensive divorce settlement
When dissolving a marriage in Washington, the property division phase of the process can be the toughest part for some residents to get through. You may have ideas of what you want to get out of the divorce, but you may find yourself struggling to get exactly what you...
Is there a right time to get a divorce?
Ending a marriage is a difficult decision to make for many reasons. Aside from accepting that the relationship is over, spouses basically have to start much of their lives over — figuring out where to live, how to manage finances, who will take care of the kids and so...
Grandparents’ custody rights in Washington
When biological parents are capable of providing care for their children, grandparents typically do not have any inherent right for custody or visitation in the state of Washington. Landmark state and federal court decisions give parents substantial Constitutional...
The divorce process doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg
One of the biggest worries people have when considering ending their marriages is the effect it will have on their finances. Divorce can be expensive, but it is possible to ensure it doesn’t cost the proverbial arm and a leg. Washington residents who are preparing to...
Do children get a say in custody matters?
There is nothing easy about going through divorce or legal separation as a parent. The change in the family dynamic can be difficult for children to adjust to, at least for a while. The total lack of control over the situation can make some children feel lost and...