It is not uncommon for stepparents and stepchildren to form close relationships over time. In fact, many children may consider a stepfather or stepmother as their true parental figure, and vice versa. Due to this, you may desire to adopt your stepchild so that you...
As a father, you undoubtedly want to do your best to care for your child, even if you and your partner are separated. The good news is that you have legal rights to do so. Inform yourself about what fathers should know about child custody...
Many different thoughts come rushing into a person’s mind when they hear the word divorce. People automatically assume there will be this combative courtroom battle where lawyers duke it out. Who can blame them? Popular culture, such as films like Marriage Story, makes us believe...
We have all heard the term “common law marriage.” Essentially, it means that a couple who has not been legally married is afforded the same rights as those who are. But does Washington State recognize common law marriage? The answer is no; however, Washington does...
Parents must take care of their children no matter what—even when their relationship ends. When something traumatic happens, adults need to put their feelings aside to ensure that their children are okay. The reality is, the emotional impact of divorce on children is significant. Consequently,...
Nowadays, the unfortunate truth is that divorce is a common life event that no one wants to deal with. There are so many questions. Where do you start? What is the process? How long will it take? It can be impossible to concentrate on the...
Most people assume that mothers get full custody of their children after a divorce. In the past, this sentiment was true, as courts believed that mothers were considered the primary caregivers, and consequently, were more capable of taking care of couple’s children. This view has...
Some aspects of divorce will always be painful regardless of the legal route a couple chooses. However, some avenues can make the experience a little less heartbreaking. For example, former spouses can agree to a collaborative divorce if they are able to work together in...
Child custody cases often get heated because both parents want to spend as much time with their kids as possible. Some people cannot handle the thought of dividing time with their children, so they make false accusations against their exes. Anyone who finds themselves in...
Being married can be more challenging than many people realize. It is not always romance, smiles, and laughs. Instead, married couples go through trials and tribulations that others may know nothing about. Life can get so stressful that some couples decide to end their relationships. People...