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  • Firm Overview
    • Our Attorneys
      • Desmond Kolke
      • Alisha Lai
      • Christina J. Holman
      • Gisell Mondragon
      • John Higa
      • Michelle R. Meza
      • Nora Loney
      • Qing Li
    • Our Staff
  • Practice Areas
    • Family Law
      • Collaborative Divorce
      • Complex Divorce
      • Contempt of Court & Enforcement
      • Contested Divorce
      • Divorce in the Tech Industry
      • Domestic Partnerships & Same Sex Marriage
      • Domestic Violence
      • Property Division
      • Spousal Maintenance (Alimony)
      • Uncontested Divorce
    • Child Custody & Visitation
      • Child Support
      • Grandparent Rights & Nonparental Custody
      • International & Interstate Custody
      • Parenting Plans
      • Parenting Plan Modifications
      • Paternity & Parentage
      • Relocation
    • CPS Investigations
    • Military Family Law
      • Division of Military Retirement Assets
      • Military Custody
      • Military Divorce
  • Resources
    • Articles
    • Media
  • FAQ
    • Divorce FAQ
    • Committed Intimate Relationships FAQ
    • Issues Involving Children FAQ
    • Military Divorce FAQ
  • Testimonials
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  • Home
  • Firm Overview
    • Our Attorneys
      • Desmond Kolke
      • Alisha Lai
      • Christina J. Holman
      • Gisell Mondragon
      • John Higa
      • Michelle R. Meza
      • Nora Loney
      • Qing Li
    • Our Staff
  • Practice Areas
    • Family Law
      • Collaborative Divorce
      • Complex Divorce
      • Contempt of Court & Enforcement
      • Contested Divorce
      • Divorce in the Tech Industry
      • Domestic Partnerships & Same Sex Marriage
      • Domestic Violence
      • Property Division
      • Spousal Maintenance (Alimony)
      • Uncontested Divorce
    • Child Custody & Visitation
      • Child Support
      • Grandparent Rights & Nonparental Custody
      • International & Interstate Custody
      • Parenting Plans
      • Parenting Plan Modifications
      • Paternity & Parentage
      • Relocation
    • CPS Investigations
    • Military Family Law
      • Division of Military Retirement Assets
      • Military Custody
      • Military Divorce
  • Kitsap County Family Law Attorneys
  • Bellevue Family Law Attorneys
  • Federal Way Family Law Attorneys
  • Tacoma Family Law Attorneys
  • Resources
    • Articles
      • Four Tips on How to Be an Effective Co-parent
      • After the Divorce: When Parents Disagree
      • Can Separate Property Become Community Property in Washington State?
      • Deadbeat Parents | Columbia Family Law Center
      • Divorce and Family Law Mediation: What to Expect
      • Divorcing with Children: Tips for Breaking the News
      • How to Protect Yourself if Your Spouse is Filing for Divorce
      • In Divorce Cases, Digital Silence is Golden
      • Interstate Child Custody Jurisdiction — the UCCJEA
      • Older Couples Setting Records for Divorce in the U.S.
      • Property Division Settlement Considerations
      • Readjusting Parenting Plans: When a Custodial Parent Wants to Move
      • Reinventing Yourself During and After Divorce
      • Relocation with the Children, Part 1
      • Relocation with the Children, Part 2 – The 11 Statutory Factors
      • Relocation with the Children, Part 3 – Case Law
      • Under What Circumstances May a Parenting Plan Be Modified?
      • Washington Parenting Plans
      • What is Collaborative Divorce in Washington State?
    • Media
  • FAQ
    • Divorce FAQ
    • Committed Intimate Relationships FAQ
    • Issues Involving Children FAQ
    • Military Divorce FAQ
  • Testimonials
  • Blog
    • Tips for Less Conflict when Seeking Modification of Child Support
    • What Does Washington Law Say About Pension Division?
    • How Lower-Earning Spouses Can Protect Themselves During Divorce
    • How Divorce Can Affect Same Sex Marraige & Retirement Benefits
    • Two Scoops of Divorce with Alimony on the Side for One Settlement
    • Complications Arise with Same Sex Marriages and Divorce
    • Couple's Children Face 3,000 Mile Separation
    • Same Sex Couples & Divorce Laws
    • Same Sex Couples Sure for the Right to Marry
    • Same Sex Couple Denied Divorce
    • Same Sex Couples Fighting to Extend Marriage Rights
    • Changing Marriage Laws Affect Divorce Laws
    • Washington Plan for Same Sex Couples Courts Controversy
    • Issues Same Sex Couples Face During Divorce Proceedings
    • Don't Mess Around with Messing Around: It's Illegal in 21 States
    • Domestic Violence Victims May Require Protection Before Divorce
    • Silencing the Critics: Your Divorce Experienced Are Your Own
    • Child Custody Jurisdiction for Military Assigned to Japan
    • Grandparent and Nonparental Custody: Part 3
    • Decree of Validity for a Marriage Occurring Prior to Divorce in Another Marriage
    • Stalking as a Form of Domestic Violence in Washington State
    • There is No Right to a Jury Trial in Termination of Parental Rights Cases
    • Parental Alienation in Washington
    • Why Mediation Should Be Considered for a High-Asset Divorce
    • Can Grandparents Get Custody in Washington State?
    • Financial Considerations of Divorce
    • Grandparents' Rights in Washington
    • Military Divorce & Kids
    • Divorce Cost May Be Set to Change
    • Military Families & Telling Your Spouse About a Divorce
    • Child Visitation for Military Parents
    • Am I Eligible for BAH Post-Divorce?
    • How Does the New Tax Law Affect Alimony Payments?
    • Uncontested Divorce Bodes Well for the Future of the Family
    • Key Factors for a Successful Grandparent Rights Case
    • Military Divorces Slowly Dropping
    • Military Service May Complicate Custody Agreements
    • Child Support & the Military
    • Restrictions to Consider for Child Relocation
    • Switching Schools When Divorce Means Relocating
    • Will Collaborative Divorce Work for a High-Asset Couple?
    • Can You Prevent Relocation from Hurting Your Relationships?
    • Military Couples Face Higher Rates of Divorce
    • Technology Helps Kids Connect with Parents After Relocation
    • Military Divorce: Where to Seek Support When Complications Arise
    • A Collaborative Divorce is Less Stressful and Can Save Money
    • Relocation Can Spark Challenges in a Washington Divorce
    • When Do Grandparents Get Custody Rights?
    • Why People May Want to Settle Their Divorce Before Trial
    • Military Divorce: Child Custody Issues That Are Top Priority
    • Stay Connected to Your Kinds via Lond Distance Parenting
    • As a Grandparent, Is It Posible to Get Custody of the Grandkids?
    • Military Divorce: Special Rules May Apply
    • Should You Consider Divorce Mediation?
    • The Warning Signs of Parental Abduction
    • What You Need to Know About Relocation After Divorce
    • Choose the State in Which You File for Divorce Wisely
    • Not Receiving Your Court-Ordered Alimony Payments?
    • Can My Ex More Our Kids Out of State?
    • Why Should I Choose Collaborative Divorce?
    • Education and Its Effect on Spousal Maintenance
    • Is Inherited Money Shared or Separate Property?
    • Fight for a Just and Comprehensive Divorce Settlement
    • Grandparents Custody Rights in Washington
    • Understanding the Complexities of a High-Asset Divorce
    • What Is Considered Community Property in a Divorce?
    • Is Mediation a Good Idea for My Divorce?
    • Can I Move My Kids Out of Washington After Getting Divorced?
    • How Are Military Divorces Different?
    • In a DIY World, Why Hire a Divorce Attorney?
    • What Does a Father Have to Do to Establish Paternity in Washington?
    • What Rights Do You Have as a Grandparent?
    • Divorce Can Be Bad News for Real Estate Investors
    • How Difficult Is It to Change Your Child Custody Order?
    • Divorce and High-Tech Stock Awards: Don't Let Yourself Be Shorted
    • Can I Get Legal Custody of My Grandchildren?
    • How Divorce Affects Military Retirement Accounts
    • Important Tax Issues You Must Address During Divorce
    • How Will Custody Work If You Choose to Separate?
    • What Issues Will You Face During a Contested Divorce?
    • Changing Ideas About Child Custody and Your Divorce
    • How Can You Create the Best Posible Parenting Plan?
    • Are There Any Drawbacks to Choosing Mediation for a Divorce?
    • What's the Fastest Way to Get a Divorce?
    • What's the Least Expensive Way to Get a Divorce?
    • How Can I Mediate If My Spouse or Partner Is Unreasonable?
    • How Can I Quickly Meet a Deadline for Mediation in a Family Law Case?
    • If I Make a Settlement Office, Can That Be Used Against Me?
    • When Is It Reasonable to Change Your Parenting Plan?
    • Understand the Benefits and Potential Drawbacks of Joint Custody
    • When Do I Have to Mediate a Family Law Issue?
    • Is There Such a Thing as a Perfect Parenting Plan?
    • Things to Know About Mediating a Military Divorce
    • Achieve a Child Custody Agreement Without Going to Court
    • You Don't Have to Go to Court in Order to Divorce
    • How to Best Prepare for Your High-Asset Divorce
    • Three Benefits of Divorce Mediation
    • Three Things to Know About Military Divorce
    • Using Alternative Dispute Resolution Methods for Your Divorce
    • Effective Co-Parenting After Separation
    • Make the Most of Mediation in Your Divorce
    • Will You Be Able to Get a Contested or Uncontested Divorce?
    • Protect Your Interests and Health If You Divorce a Narcissist
    • Why Every Divorce Needs a Mediator
    • Mediation: What Not to Do
    • What Is a Collaborative Divorce?
    • What You Can Do to Keep Your Divorce Civil
    • Division of Stock Options in Divorce
    • Financially Preparing for Divorce
    • Why Mediation Is so Effective in Divorce Cases
    • Four Signs That Your Divorce Could Take a Turbulent Turn
    • Ten Things to Do Before Filing for Divorce in Washington
    • Is Divorce Mediation the Same as Arbitration?
    • Three Challenges Tech Professionals May Face When They Divorce
    • Is Mediation the Right Process for My Divorce?
    • Service and Support: Meeting Child Support Obligations During Active Duty
    • What Happens to a Military Pension During a Washington Divorce?
    • What Should Service members and Their Spouses Know About Dividing Retirement Benefits?
    • What to Expect When Divorcing a Narcissist
    • When Might Grandparents Seek Guardianship?
    • How Can You Safeguard Your 401(k) During a Divorce?
    • Recent Supreme Court Decision
    • Do You Have to Split Your Pension in a Washington Divorce?
    • Mediation Vs. Collaborative Divorce: How These Different Remedies Can Help You
    • How Does Collaborative Divorce Streamline the Divorce Process?
    • What Steps Should Victims of Domestic Violence Take in Family Court?
    • Key Challenges in Navigating Complex Divorce Cases with High Assets
    • Best Practices for Equitable Property Division in Divorce Proceedings
    • What Are the Consequences of Contempt of Court in Family Law Disputes?
    • How Do Courts Determine Spousal Maintenance Awards?
    • Strategies for Building a Strong Case in a Contested Divorce
    • Essential Elements of an Efficient Uncontested Divorce Process
    • How Does Divorce in the Tech Industry Handle Stock Options and RSUs?
    • What Factors Influence Child Custody and Visitation Agreements?
    • How Can You Protect Your Assets During a Complex Divorce?
    • How Does Collaborative Divorce Differ from Traditional Divorce Processes?
    • Key Considerations for Drafting a Fair Property Division Agreement
    • What Challenges Arise in Divorce Cases Involving Tech Industry Assets?
    • What Factors Do Courts Consider When Determining Spousal Maintenance
    • What Evidence Is Needed to Prove Contempt of Court in Enforcement Cases
    • Defending Your Rights During a CPS Investigation
    • Strategies for Protecting Victims of Domestic Violence in Family Court
    • Essential Clauses for Domestic Partnership Agreements
    • How Does Military Family Law Affect Child Custody and Visitation?
    • How Courts Handle Parenting Plans for Children With Special Needs
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