What is an Annulment? Those who wish to get an annulment generally seek the option because it’s a legal process that dissolves a marriage and makes it seem like it never existed. In Washington, an annulment is typically referred to as a Declaration of Invalidity. Annulments in Washington are only granted to those who meet…
Your Instincts to Protect Your Children We understand and respect your urgency and instinct to protect and provide for your children. If you find they are in an unhealthy or possibly dangerous situation, you may find yourself scrambling for answers. You have options, and you are not alone. Though emergency custody is only granted in…
Most people’s understanding of how a courtroom functions comes from movies and television. Courtrooms in movies are always exciting, full of back-and-forth and shocking twists and turns. Our most famous celebrity trials are always exciting to watch, too. While going to court can be an exhilarating experience like in the movies, that is rarely the…
Washington is a solid no-fault divorce state. The laws regarding divorce were changed so that those involved can be granted a divorce by claiming nearly anything as an irreconcilable difference. Although adultery or other possible legalities may not be used against you, dating may have different side effects on your divorce proceedings. Remember, you are…
When a couple divorces in the State of Washington, each spouse must disclose specifics about their incomes, debts, assets, and properties. If you don’t believe that the spouse you’re divorcing will make an honest disclosure, you’ll need a good divorce attorney on your side. When a marriage is in trouble, and a divorce becomes imminent,…
You already know that divorce is never easy. When children are involved, the difficulties multiply. If you and your spouse are parents who are divorcing, try to work out your own child custody agreement, or a judge will do it for you. A Washington family law attorney can help. In the state of Washington, custody…
If you are facing divorce, you are not alone. It’s estimated that nearly 40 to 50% of marriages end in divorce. You’ll have many questions over the next few months, including: How do we divide our assets? How do we file taxes now that we are split up? What happens to a house in a divorce?…
Each year about 135,000 children are adopted in America. The adoption process has changed significantly and is not just for married couples that could not have a baby. One out of every 25 U.S. households have adopted a child. Are you considering growing your family through adoption? Check out this guide to learn more about…
You walk down the aisle with dreams of you and your new spouse laughing together in slow motion behind a white picket fence. Then life happens. No one gets married expecting to get a divorce, but circumstances change, and people change. If you’re at a point when your marital relationship is over, the next step…