What Is Spousal Support? 7 FAQ About Alimony, Answered
Are you on the giving or receiving end of alimony in the Spokane area? What is spousal support, and what do you need to know? We explain both sides of it here.
How Long Do Divorces Take? A Comparison of Timelines for Contested and Uncontested Divorce in Washington
From the initial filing to finalization, how long do divorces take? How much time are you in this for? We take a look at an uncontested divorce’s timeline here.
A Complete Guide to Divorce in Washington State
Are you attempting to get a divorce in Washington? Divorce can be complicated, so the more you know, the better. Here’s your complete guide to WA divorce.
Don’t Go It Alone: 5 Obvious Signs You Need to Hire a Divorce Lawyer
Do you always need a lawyer for divorce? Not necessarily, but certain situations definitely call for it. Here are 5 signs you should seek outside help.
How an “Aggressive” Divorce Attorney Will Hurt Your Case
There is an important difference between aggression and strength, and it boils down to emotional maturity. When something as important as marriage comes to an end, emotions run high. When a couple contemplates divorce, it means that they have suffered hurt feelings and often harbor resentment over past wrongs. You may think that you need…
What Family Court Judges Really Want
There comes a point in nearly every divorce or family law case where you are before a judge making an argument. It is at this point that your future lies in the hands of a person who doesn’t know you, doesn’t know your story, and doesn’t have to live with the consequences of their decision.…
The Biggest Thing to Remember if You are Fighting for Custody
The difficulty and complication of divorce increases when there are children involved. Children are too often the innocent and unintended victims of parent rants and parent fights. Add to it a culture that only really is exposed to legal proceedings on TV, which creates drama to drive viewership, and it is no wonder that the…
The Process of Divorce in Washington State
In the US, between 40% and 50% of marriages end in divorce. The divorce rate has been declining since the 1980s but it’s still a possibility for many couples who can’t make their marriage work. But the process of divorce can be long, expensive, and messy. If you’re thinking of filing for divorce in Washington…
Can Parents Create a Child Support Agreement?
Child support orders can be reviewed and updated every three years or sooner if a parent has experienced a loss in income due to termination of employment or incarceration. Parents must continue their child support payments up until the child turns 18, as noted in the child support agreement. It’s required by law. If you and your…