Thanksgiving and other holidays can be tough times for newly divorced dads. Here are some tips and strategies to get through a difficult stretch.
What Is Divorce Arbitration? Is it The Right Choice?
In divorce, arbitration offers an alternative to going to court, presenting arguments, and having a judge rule. But is it the right choice?
The Awkward Conversation of a Prenup
Starting the conversation about a prenuptial agreement can be awkward, but it’s an important one to have.
Can You Be Kicked Out Of Your House During Divorce?
“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.”
Do Grandparents Have Custody or Visitation Rights in Washington?
Many states have provisions to secure visitation rights for grandparents, Washington, however, does not.
Dividing Retirement Benefits in Divorce: Common Financial Mistakes
Divorce has drastic financial implications no matter your age, but couples approaching retirement face a number of unique potential pitfalls.
Text Messages As Evidence in Divorce
“My ex is abusive to my daughter. She keeps sending text messages that say that she can’t handle my daughter, that she doesn’t want her, and that she is going to give her up to the state.”
Parental Relocation: Can Your Ex Move With Your Child?
My ex-wife wants to move to another state for work, but I don’t want them to. How can I stop this?
Co-Parenting Strategies For Divorced Parents
You may never want to see your ex again after the divorce, but when there are kids, co-parenting is a way of life. Here’s how to survive.
How Fantasy Sports Can Help Divorced Dads
From football, basketball, and baseball, to rugby, cricket, and NASCAR, fantasy sports are everywhere. But how can they be useful to divorced dads?
Back to School Tips For Divorced Dads
Going back to school can be a hectic, stressful time for kids. But divorced dads feel it, too. Here are some useful hints to help you both out.
Can Child Support Payments Continue Past 18?
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.
Verifying Post-Secondary Support Payments
It’s important to make sure post-secondary payments are going to the right place. Here’s how.
How Spousal Support Works In Washington
Spousal support is often one of the biggest expenses encountered after divorce, and it’s important to understand how it works.
Divorce Jurisdiction: Where You File Matters
Divorce is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make. And as you’ll learn, jurisdiction has a major impact on your case.
Preparing for a Divorce And Child Custody Consultation
The initial consultation is an opportunity to get your questions answered and help you better understand how your circumstances affect the divorce process.
How Divorce Affects Health Insurance
Divorce requires the separation of more than just assets and debts. It also requires dealing with often overlooked items, like health insurance.
Avoid Becoming a Deadbeat Dad
There’s a certain image of a deadbeat dad, one who doesn’t pay child support. However, this often to do with ability to pay rather than the desire to.
4 Ways To Celebrate Men’s Health Month
Did you know June is Men’s Health Month? Here are some ways to get in the spirit, celebrate, improve your health, and prevent issues down the road!
My Son Wants To Move In With Me, Can He?
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?
10 Great Movie Dads
One of our favorite ways to mark Father’s Day is to watch movies with the old man. Here are some great movie dads to watch with your father.
Personal Injury Settlements In Divorce
Where money comes from in a marriage has a lot to do with who gets it in a divorce. How does this impact a personal injury settlement?
How Does The Division of Property Work in Washington?
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 Education Affects Divorce Rates
Education is a big part of most people’s lives. And at least one person believes education impacts divorce and divorce rates.
Contested Vs. Uncontested Divorce
What are the primary differences between a contested and an uncontested divorce and which category does your case fit into?
Divorce Or Bankruptcy: What To File First
Divorce or bankruptcy, which should you file first? Every situation is different, and there are many variables, but here’s what to consider.
Right Of First Refusal In Divorce And Custody
When it comes to child custody, what is a right of first refusal, and how does it impact how much time you spend with your kids?
You’ve Been Served Divorce Papers, Now What?
What happens when your spouse serves you with divorce papers? It comes with a lot of questions. How do you respond? What do you do next?
What are the Odds of Getting Primary Custody?
The law is neutral as written, but the common perception is that they favor mothers in custody cases. So what are a father’s odds of getting full custody?
Is There A Benefit To Filing for Divorce First?
People are quick to offer advice about divorce, and one frequently shared tidbit is that you need to file for divorce first. But do you really?
What Are My Custody Rights If I Was In Prison?
Child custody cases can be complicated. Courts consider many factors when making this decision. But what are your custody rights if you have been in prison?
How Does Legal Marijuana Affect Child Custody?
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 Spending Accountability
Can you get an itemized breakdown of what your child support payments actually cover every month? How do you go about ensuring child support accountability?
How To Dress For Court
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.
Should You Sign A Joinder In Divorce?
In a divorce, the two parties are the petitioner and the respondent. If the two sides agree to the terms, the respondent can sign a joinder.
How Legal Separation Differs From Divorce
Divorce isn’t the only way to end a marriage. In certain cases, legal separation is an option. Here’s what to know about the differences and similarities.
Dividing A House In Divorce
How do you divvy up the house during a divorce? We look at the steps for valuing your home and how courts may split the asset.
Are Divorce Records Public In Washington State?
Are divorce records public? How do you acquire them? And how easy is the process? We answer these questions and others below.
How to Deal With Your Ex at Special Events
If you and your ex have kids, you’re going to run into them at games, plays, and other events. It’s important to keep yourself in check in these cases.
Will Courts Split Custody and Separate Siblings?
Divorce throws a child’s world into upheaval, but what about cases of split custody? Will the court really separate siblings?
How Discovery Works In Divorce Cases
A great deal of information changes hands during the divorce process. Discovery is the tool through which this happens. Here’s how it works.
What Jobs Have The Highest Divorce Rates?
Jobs and employment status often play a big part in divorce. But what jobs have the highest divorce rates? And which jobs have the lowest divorce rates?
How Social Media Impacts Marriage And Divorce
Because social media has such an impact, it makes sense that it plays a role in our marriages. And often times that also means it plays a role in divorce.
Does Washington State Have Pet Custody Laws?
Many of us consider pets part of the family, but how does the law view them in divorce?
Washington State Guardian Ad Litem: What To Know
In divorce and custody suits, a guardian ad litem may come in to look after the best interest of any children involved. Here’s what you need to be aware of.
Cost of Divorce In Washington State
Divorce is expensive, that’s not a surprise, but how much should you expect to pay?
How COVID-19 Affects Divorce, Child Custody, And Support Payments?
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.
Why Having a Father is Important
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.
Father’s Day in Quarantine: 10 Fun Activities
Father’s Day may look a little bit different this year, thanks to COVID-19, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t ways to celebrate dad!
Pending Criminal Charges And Child Custody
Criminal charges often have a major impact on custody cases. The legal mire of new Seattle Seahawk Quinton Dunbar may show us how.