There are a lot of misconceptions about common-law marriage. Fortunately for Washington residents, state law makes it easier to grasp. Though Washington recognizes common-law marriages from other states, the state itself does not allow the practice.

UPDATED: In the first part of our dating after divorce article, we spoke with local relationship expert and mental health counselor Torr Lindberg. He laid out some common obstacles and pitfalls men face when they jump back into the dating pool following the end of a marriage. In our second …

UPDATED: Divorce is the end of one chapter of your life, but it’s also the start of another. Ideally a better, healthier one. The topic of dating after divorce is one that comes up frequently. Since you were married, you were probably out of the game, so to speak, for …

It’s a topic of some debate, but when it comes to ending a marriage, it’s usually in your best interest to hire a divorce lawyer. That in itself can be a daunting proposition. How do you find the right attorney? What do you ask them? How do you prepare? It …

Halloween is upon us, or just past, depending on when you read this. Regardless, the leaves have turned, the days have grown short, and it’s the spookiest time of the year. Divorce is often a harrowing, uncertain period of your life. It may be the best choice, but that doesn’t …

UPDATE: It’s the spookiest time of year: the leaves have turned, the days are getting short, we’re preparing for Halloween. There’s a lot to fear out there, including some things related to divorce. Here an older post about divorce urban legends that people too often take as fact! ORIGINAL POST: …

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We hear about celebrity divorces all the time. Gossip rags practically drip with the salacious details of infidelity, high stakes splits, and tales of epic, knock-down drag-out legal brawls. Sure, that’s not all of them; only the nasty or outlandish ones make the front page. Still, it feels unusual when …

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. No, we’re not talking about Christmas or New Year’s. We’re talking about March Madness. Once again, the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament is HERE! And once again, Goldberg Jones is running our annual March Madness Bracket Challenge. This year, the champ walks away …

It’s time. You’ve tried everything, counselors, retreats, every trick, tool, or suggestion you can get your hands on. But nothing works. Nothing can possibly fix your marriage. You need to move on, for you, for your kids, your friends, your peace of mind, and probably even your spouse. But one …

Divorce changes family dynamics, relationships, living situations, and more. It’s also apparently leading to significantly larger families. With the holidays all too fresh in your mind, you may still be recovering from trying to schedule festivities with new in-laws, stepchildren, kids who live with their other parent, and more. It’s …

It’s rare that one thing leads to divorce. Sure, cheating is frequently a deal breaker, but usually, a storm of other factors lead up to that. Most cases aren’t exactly cut and dry, and what causes divorce is a complex topic. But can we see it coming? Are there psychological …

Goldberg Jones would like to take this opportunity to welcome Tonya Meehan to our Seattle team! An experienced, knowledgeable family law practitioner, Tonya Meehan is a strong advocate for her clients and a valuable new addition to the Goldberg Jones family. With more than 15 years of experience, Tonya will …

Education forms a big part or most people’s lives in the United States. We go through a decade-plus of compulsory schooling, then a substantial majority opt for college. According to statistics from the U.S. Department of Labor, in 2016, 69.7% of high school graduates enrolled in colleges or universities. And …

Most people work multiple jobs over the course of their lives. If you’re lucky, you found a vocation you like, you’re good at, and that pays enough to support your family. The truly fortunate find a calling, a career they’re passionate about. Many factors contribute to the end of a …