A Seattle family lawyer can help with all aspects of the divorce process—from beginning your preparations to formally bringing your marriage to an end. If necessary, your lawyer can help with enforcing your rights after your divorce as well. Mistakes during the divorce process can lead to unnecessar...

If you and your spouse are ready to bring your marriage to an end, you may have the option of pursuing an uncontested divorce. In an uncontested divorce, the spouses reach a comprehensive agreement on property division, financial support, and parenting time (if applicable) on their own (often with t...

Divorce is generally one of the most emotionally charged and conflict-ridden experiences that a person can go through. It can be a time when everyone is on edge, and you will have arguably more conflict with your ex than you ever have before. Property division, child custody, and child support are j...

The process of going through a divorce is challenging. It is a period of great uncertainty and sometimes drastic changes.  Some of the most important elements of your life will be affected, and your relationship with your spouse will be strained. Despite this, some people are able to navigate the di...

An uncontested divorce is easier than a contested divorce, but do not think that means it will be easy. Agreeing to divorce is only the first step in the process, and there are many things that need to be discussed and agreed upon before you are finished. You need to come to an agreement over some o...

As people prepare for divorce, one of the things that gets overlooked is what will happen with their relationships outside of their marriage. Friendships, relationships with members of your extended family, and parents of your children’s friends can suffer as a result of your divorce. While this may...

We all know that couple who is staying together for the sake of their kids. It’s understandable - divorce can be very hard on kids and no one wants to introduce instability and uncertainty into their lives. Unfortunately, parents who offer this rationalization for staying in an unhealthy marriage ar...

The financial ramifications of your divorce will be significant. There is the division of property, which applies not only to who gets to keep the house and other possessions but also who will be entitled to keep other financial assets and who will be obligated to pay the debts. Then there is paying...