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Can I Kick Him Out And Change The Locks?

Goldberg Jones February 15, 2021 Divorce, Featured Posts, Goldberg Jones Radio Leave a Comment

“I am so over my husband right now. Next time he’s on the road for work, can I move out all his stuff and change the locks? I’m tired of the whole thing.”

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“My Ex Lets His New Wife Make Parenting Decisions”

Goldberg Jones February 9, 2021 Divorce, Featured Posts, Goldberg Jones Radio Leave a Comment

Who has the power to make decisions about raising children after a divorce? What happens when a step-parent shows up and muddies the waters?

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12 Dos & Don’ts To Protect Visitation

Goldberg Jones December 9, 2020 Child Custody, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

The most harrowing part of many divorces is the fight for child custody and visitation. Here are some dos and don’ts to strengthen your case.

8 Ways To Rebuild Finances After Divorce

Goldberg Jones December 4, 2020 Divorce, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

Keeping track of your money is important all the time, but taking steps to rebuild finances after divorce is especially vital moving forward.

COVID-19, Divorce, and Family Law

Goldberg Jones November 18, 2020 Divorce, Divorce Process, Featured Posts, Spotlight Leave a Comment

In the last few weeks there have already been significant changes that affect the Divorce and Family Law process. With temporary court closures, it means our efforts now focus on alternative methods of dispute resolution such as Mediation, or binding Arbitration.

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We Disagree On When To Send the Kids Back to School During COVID

Goldberg Jones October 22, 2020 Child Custody, Divorce, Featured Posts, Goldberg Jones Radio, Spotlight Leave a Comment

“My wife thinks the kids should go back to school, but I’d like them to continue with remote learning. Is there anything I can do?”

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8 Ways People Damage Their Own Divorce Cases

Goldberg Jones September 10, 2020 Divorce, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

People often do things that damage their own divorce cases. Common issues include: Filing before they’re ready. Agreeing to unfavorable terms. Taking bad advice. Moving out without considering the ramifications, and more.

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Why How You Dress For Court Is Important

Goldberg Jones August 26, 2020 Divorce, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

Right or wrong, many people look at you and immediately judge your appearance, which is why how you dress for court is so important to your case.

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When Is The Best Time To Divorce?

Goldberg Jones July 28, 2020 Divorce, Featured Posts 2 Comments

When it comes to ending a marriage, timing is everything. Here’s what to consider when determining the best time to divorce.

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Does Washington Have Common-Law Marriage?

Goldberg Jones July 10, 2020 Divorce, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

The short answer is no, Washington doesn’t allow common-law marriage. As usual, however, the real answer is more complicated.

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Average Costs of Divorce In Washington

Goldberg Jones April 30, 2020 Divorce, Divorce Process, Featured Posts, Finances, Spotlight Leave a Comment

Divorce is expensive, that’s not a surprise, but how much should you expect to pay?

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Preparing for a Divorce Consultation

Goldberg Jones January 24, 2020 Child Custody, Divorce, Featured Posts 1 Comment

The initial consultation is an opportunity to get your questions answered and help you better understand how your circumstances affect the divorce process.

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A Tale Of Three Houses

Goldberg Jones December 19, 2019 Divorce, Featured Posts, Finances, Goldberg Jones Radio Leave a Comment

It doesn’t take much to complicate the division of property portion of divorce. And a house, usually the biggest chip on the table, often plays a big part. In a divorce, houses can be considered either community property, separate property, an inheritance, or in some cases, a combination of any of these.

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Her Parents Gave Us Money, But I Made Payments: Who gets the House?

Goldberg Jones November 26, 2019 Divorce, Featured Posts, Finances, Goldberg Jones Radio Leave a Comment

Houses are often key pieces of divorce settlements. With the cost, equity, and other factors, they’re also one of the most complex assets to deal with.

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Who Pays Support If Your Wife Has Another Man’s Baby?

Goldberg Jones October 22, 2019 Divorce, Featured Posts, Paternity Leave a Comment

Child support is a big issue in divorces, but what if your ex has another man’s baby? Who’s responsible for the kid then?

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My Son Wants To Move In With Me, Can He?

Goldberg Jones August 7, 2019 Child Custody, Featured Posts, Goldberg Jones Radio Leave a Comment

My teenage son doesn’t want to live with his mom anymore, can he move in with me? Does the court take his desires into account?

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When Can Child Support Go Past 18?

Goldberg Jones July 15, 2019 Child Support, Featured Posts 4 Comments

In general, child support ends when the child in question turns 18 or finishes high school. That’s not always the case, however, and here are three cases where child support past 18 continues.

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Dating After Divorce: Part 2

Goldberg Jones July 10, 2019 Divorce, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

In part two of “dating after divorce,” Torr Lindberg shares some tactics to help you comfortably segue back into the dating scene.

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Dating After Divorce: Part 1

Goldberg Jones June 28, 2019 Divorce, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

The internet has no shortage of dating advice and suggestions for improving your romantic relationships after divorce, but how do you know what works?

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How to Prepare for Your Initial Divorce Consultation

Goldberg Jones June 20, 2019 Divorce, Featured Posts 1 Comment

The initial consultation with a divorce lawyer can be stressful and overwhelming, but there are things you can do to prepare ahead of time.

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Ex Refusing Court Ordered Visitation?

Goldberg Jones May 17, 2019 Child Custody, Featured Posts, Goldberg Jones Radio Leave a Comment

“I’m supposed to have my daughter every other weekend, but my wife hasn’t let me see her at all. How do I force my wife to let me see my child?”

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Pro Se Divorce: Should I Represent Myself?

Goldberg Jones May 16, 2019 Divorce, Divorce Process, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

You can choose to represent yourself in divorce proceedings, but is that the smart choice? Here are some benefits and drawbacks of pro se divorce.

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Will Courts Separate Siblings?

Goldberg Jones April 25, 2019 Child Custody, Featured Posts 1 Comment

Divorce throws a child’s world into upheaval, but what about cases of split custody? Will the court really separate siblings?

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What Is The Washington Division Of Child Support?

Goldberg Jones April 16, 2019 Child Support, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

The Washington Division of Child Support is key to enforcing support orders. Here’s how it works.

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She Cheated, How Do I Get Divorced?

Goldberg Jones March 25, 2019 Divorce, Featured Posts, Goldberg Jones Radio Leave a Comment

“So, I’ve been married for about two years and my wife recently admitted she cheated on me. I was curious about the first steps to my divorce would be?”

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How Long Does Divorce Take?

Goldberg Jones March 5, 2019 Divorce, Divorce Process, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

The minimum amount of time a divorce takes is 90 days, but many factors can make it take much longer.

Can I Still Smoke Weed? Legal Marijuana & Child Custody

Goldberg Jones February 5, 2019 Child Custody, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

Though marijuana use in Washington State is now legal, it carries a stigma, and, like it or not, can still impact child custody cases. Here’s how.

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The New Tax Plan & Divorce: Updated

Goldberg Jones January 4, 2019 Divorce, Featured Posts, Finances, Spousal Support Leave a Comment

At the end of 2017, Congress passed a sweeping new tax plan. It will reach into almost every aspect of daily life, and that includes divorce.

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Does Losing A Job Change Child Support?

Goldberg Jones December 28, 2018 Child Support, Featured Posts, Finances, Goldberg Jones Radio Leave a Comment

Changes in financial circumstances may alter child support, so how does losing a job impact payments?

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Ex Keeps Dodging Our Meetings To Alter Child Support

Goldberg Jones December 12, 2018 Child Support, Featured Posts, Goldberg Jones Radio Leave a Comment

Modifying a child support order is tough enough in the best cases, but what if your ex keeps dodging scheduled meetings?

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My Ex Refuses To Cooperate

Goldberg Jones December 11, 2018 Divorce, Featured Posts, Goldberg Jones Radio Leave a Comment

When spouses work together, it streamlines the divorce process. On the other hand, when they refuse to engage and drag their feet at every turn…

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Pet Custody in Washington State

Goldberg Jones November 29, 2018 Divorce, Divorce Process, Featured Posts, Spotlight 1 Comment

Many of us consider pets part of the family, but how does the law view them in divorce?

I Work, She Doesn’t: Do I Have to Pay Her Legal Fees?

Goldberg Jones November 28, 2018 Divorce, Featured Posts, Finances, Goldberg Jones Radio, Spousal Support Leave a Comment

Are you on the hook for your ex’s legal fees from the divorce? You might be.

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The Awkward Conversation of a Prenup

Goldberg Jones November 21, 2018 Divorce, Featured Posts, Finances, Goldberg Jones Radio Leave a Comment

Starting the conversation about a prenuptial agreement can be awkward, but it’s an important one to have.

5 Scary Divorce Facts

Goldberg Jones October 30, 2018 Divorce, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

Divorce can be a harrowing, terrifying time. You have a great deal to consider, and not to pile on, there are a handful of scary divorce facts to know.

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5 Divorce Urban Legends

Goldberg Jones October 18, 2018 Divorce, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

Usually, urban legends are the stuff of horror movies, but misinformation about divorce portrayed as fact can give unrealistic expectations.

If I File For Divorce First, Do I Win?

If I File For Divorce First, Do I Win?

Goldberg Jones October 10, 2018 Divorce, Featured Posts, Goldberg Jones Radio Leave a Comment

“I’ve been told several times that whoever files first in a divorce has the upper hand, the distinct advantage is that true?”

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Is It Weird He’s Not Allowed Pictures Of His Daughter?

Goldberg Jones September 25, 2018 Divorce, Featured Posts, Goldberg Jones Radio Leave a Comment

We’ve been in the family law game for a long time. But even with all those years of experience, occasionally we encounter something we’ve never seen before.

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Why Having a Father is Important

Goldberg Jones September 19, 2018 Child Custody, Featured Posts, Paternity Leave a Comment

We all know that parents have a huge impact on a child’s life, but why is it important for kids to have fathers present and accounted for?This isn’t to say a child is raised without a father can’t be happy and successful, it’s about increasing the odds.

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Digital Snooping in Divorce

Goldberg Jones September 8, 2018 Divorce, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

Snooping tools have certainly changed. Such digital snooping continues to have an ever-growing impact on divorce and the aftermath.

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Pros & Cons Of Divorce Mediation

Goldberg Jones August 23, 2018 Divorce, Featured Posts, Goldberg Jones Radio Leave a Comment

“We’ve been married for seven years, don’t have kids, we do own a home together, I was wondering what the pros and cons are of mediation?”

Mediation Questions Answered

Goldberg Jones July 11, 2018 Divorce, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

Despite misconceptions, most divorces don’t go to trial. You have many options. Called alternate dispute resolution, or ADR, these offer alternatives.

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Sweat Equity And Divorce Settlements

Goldberg Jones June 8, 2018 Divorce, Featured Posts, Finances, Goldberg Jones Radio Leave a Comment

Sweat equity can increase the value of shared assets, which often impacts divorce settlements.

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What Does A Parenting Plan Include?

Goldberg Jones May 23, 2018 Child Custody, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

What does a parenting plan include? After a divorce, this document lays out all of the custody, residential time, and visitation regarding your children.

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Moving Out During Divorce: What To Know

Goldberg Jones May 18, 2018 Divorce, Featured Posts, Finances, Spotlight Leave a Comment

Moving out of a shared home can have a negative impact on your divorce in a number of ways. It’s important to know the impact this decision can have.

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Importance Of Jurisdiction In Divorce

Goldberg Jones April 16, 2018 Divorce, Divorce Process, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

Divorce is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make. And as you’ll learn, jurisdiction has a major impact on your case.

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Goldberg Jones March 12, 2018 Divorce, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

March Madness is here! Once again, Goldberg Jones is proud to host an NCAA Tournament Bracket Challenge. Play with us for your chance to win prizes!

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Passports for Minors & Child Custody

Goldberg Jones March 8, 2018 Child Custody, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

Your ex planning to take the kids out of the country can be a scary proposition. Knowing your rights and legal options will help put your mind at ease.

How To Divorce ASAP

Goldberg Jones January 23, 2018 Divorce, Divorce Process, Featured Posts 3 Comments

By the time you get there, you probably just want your divorce to be over as fast as humanly possible. Uncontested divorce may help.

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How Do I Ask For Divorce?

Goldberg Jones January 12, 2018 Divorce, Featured Posts 4 Comments

You’ve tried everything you can to fix your broken marriage, but nothing works. It’s time. But there’s one looming question: how do I ask for divorce?

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