Divorce can impact every member of the family, but children often take it particularly hard. Parents in Washington can use these strategies to help their children get through their divorce. Be honest If you and your spouse have only just decided that you will be...
In cases where child custody is an issue, the age of the child or children involved may impact the schedule ordered by the court. Courts in Washington have wide discretion when it comes to determining custody, and the court will ultimately base any ruling on the best...
Sharing custody after the relationship between the parents has ended can be a challenging situation. Both adults might be ready to start new lives but as they continue to raise their children, they will need to communicate and be present in each other’s lives. If...
Sometimes, marriages are just not meant to last. Although some people in Washington believe they should stay in their marriage for various reasons, there are times when you should just cut your losses and get divorced. Bad marriages can harm you physically and...
Having a family is something many Washington residents aspire to and cherish. However, divorce happens, especially if your former spouse is a narcissist. Is it possible to co-parent with such a person? Co-parenting with a narcissist is challenging Co-parenting always...
Figuring out the ideal custody arrangement for the whole family after a divorce can be a complicated matter. Parents in Washington, however, can achieve a custody arrangement that works for all the members of the family and that helps them move forward with their...
As a part of their divorce, Washington parents need to adopt a co-parenting plan. Although many people opt for plans that include alternating weeks, they may not be ideal. There are reasons to avoid this type of arrangement. The problem with alternating weeks...
Child support needs in Washington State can change with growing children's needs and parents' circumstances. Therefore, Washington State allows for the modification of child support orders to accommodate the prevailing conditions. Grounds on which the courts allow for...
Washington is one of the states that follow the equitable distribution doctrine when it comes to divorce. This means that the assets and liabilities of the marriage are divided fairly between both spouses, regardless of who earned more money or who made more financial...
On average, the divorce rate in the United States is lowering. With that said, many older adults throughout Washington and the rest of the nation are divorcing at a higher rate. If you're over 50 and divorce is on the horizon, it's easy to make a few missteps....
