Unfortunately, lying to a family court judge about income or assets is a relatively common practice. Many people believe that they will not get caught if they tweak the state of their finances a little, and hope that by doing so they may get away with paying less in child support or alimony. The consequences…
During a divorce case, you may be requested to appear at a deposition. While this experience may seem intimidating at first, keep in mind that it is a standard part of the legal process. In addition, it is likely that if you have to submit to a deposition, so will your former spouse. A successful…
Unfortunately, divorce can be an expensive experience for many couples. The cost of splitting up or selling property, maintaining two places to live, and paying child support or spousal maintenance can add up quickly. In addition to these expenses, both partners will have to pay legal fees to their respective attorneys. When contemplating a divorce,…
Filing for divorce from an abusive spouse is a courageous decision that often takes careful planning. Just because a divorce was filed, however, does not guarantee that your abusive spouse will never attempt to harm you again. If you or your children are in danger because of your former partner, there are steps you can…
When your marriage is ending, it is understandable that you may not want your soon-to-be former spouse living with you for any longer than is necessary. However, many spouses do not want to leave the home, or cannot afford to get a new place to live during the divorce. If your spouse refuses to leave…
Divorce does not always have to be a bitter battle between former spouses. When a couple chooses to get a divorce in Washington State, they have the option of filing an uncontested divorce, which is generally a much quicker and easier processes. Unlike a contested divorce, issues in an uncontested divorce are agreed upon between…
When a couple first contemplates divorce, the hurt feelings and resentment often lead to rage and a desire to punish the other person. This is especially true of one partner is more at fault than the other for the breakup of the marriage. While you may initially think that you need an aggressive divorce attorney…
To paraphrase T.S. Eliot, sometimes marriages end not with a bang, but with a whimper. When your former spouse simply disappears rather than stays around to face a divorce, you will not be stuck in a one-sided marriage forever. Even if no one in the world can find your spouse, you still have the ability…
Divorce can be an expensive process. Between attorneys’ fees and the costs of paying for two different sets of rent payments, utility bills, and other costs, living apart is usually twice as expensive as living together. That’s why when parents separate, the court is most concerned with whether or not the former couple can continue…