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How Does The Division of Property Work in Washington?

Goldberg Jones September 22, 2021 Divorce, Divorce Process, Finances, Spotlight Leave a Comment

There are 2 types of property division. There is community property, which means the state views all property and debts acquired during a marriage as belonging equally to both spouses. There is also separate property, meaning it belongs to one spouse or the other.

How Does Washington Divide Debt In Divorce?

Goldberg Jones August 3, 2021 Divorce, Divorce Process, Featured Posts, Finances, Spotlight Leave a Comment

The division of property plays a big role when it comes to ending a marriage, but it’s also important to know how courts treat shared debt in divorce.

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What If Your Ex Won’t Follow The Divorce Agreement?

Goldberg Jones June 30, 2021 Divorce, Divorce Process, Featured Posts, Spotlight 1 Comment

Just because you have a divorce agreement down on paper, that doesn’t mean everyone will automatically play by the rules.

Can I Still Smoke Weed? Legal Marijuana & Child Custody

Goldberg Jones June 23, 2021 Child Custody, Featured Posts, Spotlight 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.

Child Support Modification: How To Change A Support Order

Goldberg Jones April 13, 2021 Child Support, Featured Posts, Spotlight Leave a Comment

Like trying to alter most court-issued decrees, child support modification in Washington isn’t particularly easy, but it is possible.

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How Is Child Support Calculated in Washington?

Goldberg Jones January 27, 2021 Child Support, Featured Posts, Spotlight Leave a Comment

Following divorce, parents face a number of new issues, one of which is child support. But how does the state calculate child support?

How To File For Divorce in Washington State

Goldberg Jones January 8, 2021 Divorce, Divorce Process, Spotlight Leave a Comment

The process of divorce sounds complex and scary, but it doesn’t have to be. Here’s how to file for divorce in Washington state.

Pet Custody in Washington State

Goldberg Jones November 29, 2020 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?

How Do Abuse Allegations Affect Divorce?

Goldberg Jones October 14, 2020 Divorce, Spotlight Leave a Comment

Mudslinging and conflict are common occurrences in divorce, but when abuse allegations come into play, that changes things dramatically.

Average Costs of Divorce In Washington

Goldberg Jones April 30, 2020 Divorce, Divorce Process, Featured Posts, Finances, Spotlight 2 Comments

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

How Does The Division of Property Work in Washington?

How Does Washington Divide Debt In Divorce?

What If Your Ex Won’t Follow The Divorce Agreement?

Can I Still Smoke Weed? Legal Marijuana & Child Custody

Child Support Modification: How To Change A Support Order

How Is Child Support Calculated in Washington?

How To File For Divorce in Washington State

Pet Custody in Washington State

How Do Abuse Allegations Affect Divorce?

Average Costs of Divorce In Washington

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