Strategic Approach, Optimistic Outcomes In Family Law
It can be such a relief when kids finally get into a good place with their parentsโ shared custody agreement. But what happens when a modification is on the horizon? Change can be hard, but there are ways to get ahead of it and help your kids plan for the future and...
Are you a parent filing for divorce? One of your worries as you begin the divorce process may be the future of your children. You might have concerns about your spouseโs parenting methods and child custody. You can ease your fears by understanding how child custody...
When health issues arise, they can put a significant strain on a marriage. But what happens when those health problems contribute to the breakdown of the relationship and the couple decides to divorce? The impact of health challenges on the divorce process can be...
Culture plays a vital role in shaping a childโs identity and well-being. In Washington state, cultural considerations are crucial when crafting a parenting plan. Parents should understand the challenges that might arise and how these challenges are addressed both in...
Co-parenting with someone with whom you cannot work with under any circumstances is very difficult. The internet is full of highly toxic co-parenting stories, but that does not necessarily have to be the outcome for you and your family. In fact, there are co-parents...
When parents decide to divorce, children often feel their world spinning out of control. Your child didn't choose this major life change, but that doesn't mean they must feel powerless throughout the process. You can help your children find appropriate ways to feel...
We all say things we later regret when we're upset. However, during a divorce, certain statements can cause serious problems that follow you long after the paperwork is final. In Washington state, what you say matters - both in and out of the courtroom. Understanding...
Co-parenting with a difficult ex can feel like a battlefield. Even the smallest decision can turn into power struggles and fights. It can be stressful and exhausting to deal with constant criticism, emotional manipulation or unwillingness to cooperate.ย While you...
The property that spouses acquire during marriage is subject to division when they divorce. On the other hand, the resources that they owned before marriage or that they received as inheritances or gifts can remain the separate property of one spouse. Separate...
Divorce works best when both spouses communicate clearly and respectfully. California divorce laws encourage both sides to exchange information and work toward fair resolutions. When one spouse refuses to communicate, however, the process becomes more difficult. This...