You never expected your spouse to turn so vicious during your divorce. They're threatening to take everything and leave you destitute.Embittered spouses make all kinds of threats, but actually following through on those threats isn't as easy as it sounds. Here's...
Divorce
How are pet issues resolved in a Washington divorce?
It is not at all unusual for Washington married couples to encounter challenges in their relationships that they do not feel they can overcome. In such situations, filing for divorce is a common solution. Doing so typically prompts a decision-making process, involving...
Divorce can be emotionally and financially stressful
If a Washington couple wants to end their marriage, they have several decisions to make. Some agree to attend counseling sessions to try to patch things up. Others opt to file for divorce. Doing so typically set off a sequence of events, many of which can be...
How to sell your rings after the divorce
Your engagement and wedding rings were pretty expensive, and it seems like a shame to let them sit in a box forever. Therefore, why not sell them now that you're getting a divorce? You can probably use the cash to help fund your new home or buy something else you...
What Washington spouses can learn from MacKenzie Bezos’s divorce
Washington is one of nine states that operates under community property guidelines when it comes to divorce proceedings. This means marital assets are typically split 50/50 between spouses. Some people mistakenly believe that the more "things" they walk away with in a...
What could invalidate your prenuptial agreement?
Your dream of "happily ever after" died almost as soon as you said, "I do," to your spouse. You hung on for a while, hoping it would get better.It didn't. Now, you're just glad that you had the foresight to put a prenuptial agreement in place to protect your assets...
Do you know what commonalities many divorces share?
On your wedding day, you most likely thought your relationship with your spouse would last forever. You didn't think your life would always be perfect, though. You knew you would have disagreements but felt as though you could overcome any adversity or dispute that...
Those considering dating after divorce should read this
When a pair of Washington parents decide to move on in life without each other, it can be stressful trying to help children rebound. Divorce prompts many changes in family life although it certainly does not have to ruin it. If a parent later decides to start dating...
Should you take your divorce to trial?
The vast majority of divorces don't include much courtroom time. Spouses often find a way to negotiate a settlement that they can both accept without the intervention of a judge.What about your divorce? If the situation with your spouse has turned contentious, you may...
Divorce: Thinking ahead can help you accomplish your goals
When a Washington married couple decides their relationship is no longer sustainable, it can be emotionally upsetting for both spouses, especially if they have children. However, divorce does not have to ruin a family's life. In fact, it is often possible to part ways...