If you’re being abused, harassed, or stalked by someone, you might consider filing a restraining order against them. This has been a huge problem in the U.S., with over two-thirds of restraining orders being issued by women against men. In many instances, restraining orders have saved lives. That’s why at Pacific Northwest Family Law, we…
Many people use the terms “protective order” and “restraining order” interchangeably. However, there are distinct differences under Washington law between these court orders. Learning the difference between these orders is important should you or a loved one ever need to get the type of protection that one of these court orders can offer. A domestic…
If you believe that you are in danger or another emergency situation, always call 911 first. However, if you are not in immediate danger, but you think you might need a restraining order with respect to a family member, you need to know the facts and the law about restraining orders in the state of…
In divorce mediation, a neutral third party meets with the divorcing spouses and tries to help them reach an agreement about all of the different issues involved in their divorce. The spouses typically meet with the neutral third party, or mediator, at an agreed-upon time and place in order to work out any disputed issues.…
If you are in immediate danger, please call 911. Never wait. However, if you are in a situation that allows you to contemplate your condition take a few moments and read the following. The police often do not want to get involved in domestic issues because it is hard for them to tell who is…
Ideally, every divorcing couple would treat each other with respect and negotiate a settlement agreement which fits each person’s needs. In the real world, divorces are often messy, and some spouses may play dirty to get what they want. Unfortunately, this means that many people have had their reputations tarnished by false allegations in divorce…
When a couple is contemplating a divorce, one of the first things that usually happens is that one spouse or the other will move out and find a new place to live. Though the impulse to be away from your soon-to-be ex is understandable, leaving the marital home during the marriage could come back to…
Not every relationship ends well. When emotions run high during a divorce, violence or the threat of violence is an unfortunate reality for many couples. If your spouse or former partner has threatened you or your children, you deserve the peace of mind that comes from knowing that your family is safe.