One misunderstanding about divorce proceedings is that they always involve bitter courtroom conflicts. In reality, many divorces end with amicable settlements approved by a Washington Family Court judge. That does not mean all divorce negotiations go smoothly or the...
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Creating a new family after a divorce
Blending two families together can be stressful on both adults and children alike. However, as the children have little say as it relates to sharing a Washington home with new people, it's important that you spend extra time taking their needs into account....
4 ways to deal with parental alienation
Parental alienation is an unfortunate phenomenon observed in Washington families that have been affected by a divorce. It is a situation where one parent attempts to undermine the relationship between the child and the other parent. This can result in the child...
Overcoming insecurity about being the ex-wife
Divorced women in Washington may have insecurities involving their role as an ex-wife. This becomes even more common when an ex-husband remarries. Fortunately, there are effective strategies for managing these feelings. Identify the source of the insecurity According...
Becoming a single mom after divorce in Washington
It’s not uncommon for women to suddenly become single moms after divorce in Washington. Mothers are more likely to be awarded custody in any divorce, making them feel like solo parents even when they have split custody. It’s also not uncommon for fathers to become...
Shared parenting is hard but worth it
Divorced couples who have young children in Washington quickly learn that one of the most challenging aspects is shared parenting. However, they also quickly learn that making the effort to work together is also worth it. The key to this success is working towards...
How can you make things easier for your child during a divorce?
Choosing to end your marriage in Washington is a difficult decision. A divorce takes a mental and emotional toll on everyone in the family and children are particularly affected. Fortunately, there are things you can do to make things easier for your kids. Stay...
Dividing separate debts in a Washington divorce
Washington is one of the nine states with community property laws, which means that marital assets and debts will be divided equally by a divorce court judge unless the estranged spouses come to another agreement. In states with equitable distribution laws, judges...
Filing a contested divorce in Washington
During a divorce, if one of the parties does not agree to some or all of the terms, it becomes a contested divorce. They also occur when only one spouse wants to call it quits. These divorces usually take longer to proceed through the Washington court system, so they...
When your spouse won’t agree to divorce
Couples sometimes realize that they can no longer have a healthy relationship and mutually decide to divorce. There are times, however, in which one partner is ready to end the marriage even though the other wishes to stay married. While you may end your marriage in...