Phone questions answered free!
(206) 448-1010
1200 Westlake Ave N #700, Seattle, WA 98109
1 (800) DIVORCE
Free Case Review
1 (800) DIVORCE
Free Case Review
divorce lawyers for men
  • Attorney Profiles
    • Anne Jun
    • Gregory Morphew
    • Leah Liu
    • Kenneth Alan
    • Kenneth Mischel
    • Michael Rivers
    • Miki Cook (Hoy)
    • Nathan Gibbs
    • Noah Cuccuini
    • Robert Mar
    • Tim Richards
    • Ty Hume
  • Practice Areas
    • Divorce
      • Divorce
      • Legal Separation
      • High Asset Divorce
      • Mediation
      • Military Divorce
      • Prenuptial Agreements
      • Protection Orders
      • Restraining Orders
      • Settlement Agreement
      • Spousal Support
      • Spousal Support Modification
      • Uncontested Divorce
      • Family Law Appeals
    • Child Custody
      • Child Custody
      • Child Custody Modifications
      • Paternity
      • Parenting Plans
      • Relocation
      • Unmarried Parents
    • Child Support
      • Child Support
      • Child Support Modification
      • Calculate Your Own Payments
      • Paternity
  • Resources
    • Divorce Blog
    • Goldberg Jones Radio
    • Family Law Video
    • FAQs
  • About
    • Careers
    • Contact
    • Firm History
    • Free Case Review
    • Privacy Policy
    • Reviews
getting through thanksgiving

Surviving Thanksgiving for Divorced Dads

Goldberg Jones November 14, 2023Child Custody, Everyday Dads Leave a Comment

Thanksgiving and other holidays can be tough times for newly divorced dads. Here are some tips and strategies to get through a difficult stretch.

when is arbitration the right choice

What Is Divorce Arbitration? Is it The Right Choice?

Goldberg Jones November 9, 2023Divorce 1 Comment

In divorce, arbitration offers an alternative to going to court, presenting arguments, and having a judge rule. But is it the right choice?

couple couch prenup

The Awkward Conversation of a Prenup

Goldberg Jones November 1, 2023Divorce, Featured Posts, Finances, Goldberg Jones Radio 1 Comment

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?

Goldberg Jones October 17, 2023Divorce, 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.”

grandparents

Do Grandparents Have Custody or Visitation Rights in Washington?

Goldberg Jones October 9, 2023Child Custody 2 Comments

Many states have provisions to secure visitation rights for grandparents, Washington, however, does not.

Dividing Retirement Benefits in Divorce: Common Financial Mistakes

Goldberg Jones October 2, 2023Divorce, Finances Leave a Comment

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

Goldberg Jones September 25, 2023Child Custody, Divorce, Goldberg Jones Radio Leave a Comment

“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.”

can i keep my ex from leaving state

Parental Relocation: Can Your Ex Move With Your Child?

Goldberg Jones September 18, 2023Child Custody Leave a Comment

My ex-wife wants to move to another state for work, but I don’t want them to. How can I stop this?

how to parent after divorce

Co-Parenting Strategies For Divorced Parents

Goldberg Jones August 29, 2023Child Custody, Featured Posts 1 Comment

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.

can fantasy sports help you with parenting?

How Fantasy Sports Can Help Divorced Dads

Goldberg Jones August 21, 2023Everyday Dads Leave a Comment

From football, basketball, and baseball, to rugby, cricket, and NASCAR, fantasy sports are everywhere. But how can they be useful to divorced dads?

ways to help with back to school

Back to School Tips For Divorced Dads

Goldberg Jones August 14, 2023Everyday Dads Leave a Comment

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.

postsecondary education

Can Child Support Payments Continue Past 18?

Goldberg Jones August 7, 2023Child Support, Featured Posts 10 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.

post-secondary-support

Verifying Post-Secondary Support Payments

Goldberg Jones August 7, 2023Child Support Leave a Comment

It’s important to make sure post-secondary payments are going to the right place. Here’s how.

how is alimony calculated

How Spousal Support Works In Washington

Goldberg Jones August 1, 2023Divorce, Spousal Support 8 Comments

Spousal support is often one of the biggest expenses encountered after divorce, and it’s important to understand how it works.

how does where you file impact divorce

Divorce Jurisdiction: Where You File Matters

Goldberg Jones July 24, 2023Divorce, Divorce Process, Featured Posts 1 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.

seattle divorce lawyers consultations

Preparing for a Divorce And Child Custody Consultation

Goldberg Jones July 17, 2023Child 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.

divorce health insurance

How Divorce Affects Health Insurance

Goldberg Jones July 11, 2023Divorce Leave a Comment

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

Avoid Becoming a Deadbeat Dad

Goldberg Jones July 5, 2023Divorce Leave a Comment

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.

celebrating mens health

4 Ways To Celebrate Men’s Health Month

Goldberg Jones June 26, 2023Everyday Dads Leave a Comment

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!

can kids decide which parent to live with

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

Goldberg Jones June 19, 2023Child 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?

10 Great Movie Dads

Goldberg Jones June 12, 2023Everyday Dads Leave a Comment

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.

x-ray of a broken arm

Personal Injury Settlements In Divorce

Goldberg Jones June 5, 2023Divorce, Finances Leave a Comment

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 Washington state divide property

How Does The Division of Property Work in Washington?

Goldberg Jones May 30, 2023Divorce, Divorce Process, Finances, Spotlight 2 Comments

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.

does your education affect chances of divorce?

How Education Affects Divorce Rates

Goldberg Jones May 22, 2023Divorce, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

Education is a big part of most people’s lives. And at least one person believes education impacts divorce and divorce rates.

difference between contested and uncontested divorce

Contested Vs. Uncontested Divorce

Goldberg Jones May 15, 2023Divorce Leave a Comment

What are the primary differences between a contested and an uncontested divorce and which category does your case fit into?

file for bankruptcy before divorce

Divorce Or Bankruptcy: What To File First

Goldberg Jones May 8, 2023Divorce Leave a Comment

Divorce or bankruptcy, which should you file first? Every situation is different, and there are many variables, but here’s what to consider.

who gets to refuse

Right Of First Refusal In Divorce And Custody

Goldberg Jones May 2, 2023Child Custody, Featured Posts 5 Comments

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?

served divorce papers

You’ve Been Served Divorce Papers, Now What?

Goldberg Jones April 24, 2023Divorce 1 Comment

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?

statistics of getting primary custody

What are the Odds of Getting Primary Custody?

Goldberg Jones April 17, 2023Child Custody 1 Comment

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 before your spouse

Is There A Benefit To Filing for Divorce First?

Goldberg Jones April 10, 2023Divorce Leave a Comment

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?

a man in prison

What Are My Custody Rights If I Was In Prison?

Goldberg Jones April 3, 2023Child Custody, Goldberg Jones Radio Leave a Comment

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?

legal marijuana and child custody

How Does Legal Marijuana Affect Child Custody?

Goldberg Jones March 27, 2023Child Custody, Featured Posts, Spotlight 3 Comments

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 accountability

Child Support Spending Accountability

Goldberg Jones March 20, 2023Child Support Leave a Comment

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 divorce court

How To Dress For Court

Goldberg Jones March 6, 2023Divorce, 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.

should I sign a joinder

Should You Sign A Joinder In Divorce?

Goldberg Jones February 27, 2023Divorce, Divorce Process 1 Comment

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

Goldberg Jones February 14, 2023Divorce, Divorce Process Leave a Comment

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.

how is a house divided in divorce in seattle

Dividing A House In Divorce

Goldberg Jones February 6, 2023Divorce, Divorce Process Leave a Comment

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.

how do you acquire divorce records

Are Divorce Records Public In Washington State?

Goldberg Jones January 23, 2023Divorce, Divorce Process, Featured Posts 1 Comment

Are divorce records public? How do you acquire them? And how easy is the process? We answer these questions and others below.

how to communicate with ex

How to Deal With Your Ex at Special Events

Goldberg Jones November 16, 2022Divorce, Everyday Dads Leave a Comment

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.

two brothers hugging

Will Courts Split Custody and Separate Siblings?

Goldberg Jones October 19, 2022Child 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?

How Discovery Works In Divorce Cases

How Discovery Works In Divorce Cases

Goldberg Jones September 8, 2022Divorce, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

A great deal of information changes hands during the divorce process. Discovery is the tool through which this happens. Here’s how it works.

can jobs cause divorce

What Jobs Have The Highest Divorce Rates?

Goldberg Jones August 25, 2022Divorce, Featured Posts Leave a Comment

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

Goldberg Jones August 18, 2022Divorce Leave a Comment

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.

can i get custody of my pets

Does Washington State Have Pet Custody Laws?

Goldberg Jones June 29, 2022Divorce, 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?

why is a guardian ad litem appointed

Washington State Guardian Ad Litem: What To Know

Goldberg Jones June 3, 2022Child Custody Leave a Comment

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.

how much does a divorce cost in seattle

Cost of Divorce In Washington State

Goldberg Jones March 30, 2022Divorce, Divorce Process, Featured Posts, Finances 6 Comments

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

divorce and coronavirus covid 19

How COVID-19 Affects Divorce, Child Custody, And Support Payments?

Goldberg Jones February 17, 2022Divorce, Divorce Process, Featured Posts 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.

is having a dad as important as a mom

Why Having a Father is Important

Goldberg Jones September 19, 2021Child 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.

father's day in quarantine

Father’s Day in Quarantine: 10 Fun Activities

Goldberg Jones June 18, 2020Everyday Dads Leave a Comment

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!

child custody criminal charges

Pending Criminal Charges And Child Custody

Goldberg Jones May 18, 2020Child Custody Leave a Comment

Criminal charges often have a major impact on custody cases. The legal mire of new Seattle Seahawk Quinton Dunbar may show us how.

  • Page 2 of 3
  • ←
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • →

Recent Posts

See All

May 13, 2025

My Ex Works At A Strip Club—Can I Get Custody Of The Kids?

April 23, 2025

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

April 2, 2025

Sweat Equity In Divorce Settlements

March 13, 2025

Child Support Modification: How To Change A Support Order

March 6, 2025

Types Of Custody: What Is Joint Custody?

February 24, 2025

Ways People Damage Their Own Divorce Cases

February 12, 2025

Does Washington State Have Common-Law Marriage?

January 28, 2025

Life Insurance And Divorce: What To Know

seattle divorce

Goldberg Jones

1200 Westlake Ave N. Suite 700
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 448-1010
1-800-DIVORCE

Fax: (206) 448-0736
divorce case review
Other Locations

Portland, OR
111 SW Columbia St. Ste 1150 Portland, OR 97201
San Diego, CA
3111 Camino Del Rio N, Ste 1050
San Diego, CA 92108
Contact

Call Today
(206) 448-1010 or (800) Divorce
Fax
(206) 448-0736
Goldberg Jones, PLLC
1200 Westlake Ave N. Suite 700 Seattle, WA 98109
Resources


  • FAQs
  • Divorce Blog
  • Goldberg Jones Radio
  • Family Law Video
  • Careers
Logo

© 2025 Goldberg Jones. All rights reserved.

  • Practice Areas
    • Divorce
    • Child Custody
    • Child Support
    • View All
  • Attorney Profiles
  • Free Case Review
  • Contact Us
  • Divorce For Men Blog
  • Common Questions
  • Home