As family dynamics change and evolve, understanding the legal landscape surrounding the role of grandparents in their grandchildren’s lives is becoming increasingly important. Make sure you are familiar with the current state of grandparents’ visitation rights in Washington State, the process of obtaining visitation rights,...
Understanding how different parts of your life converge can be difficult when contemplating Social Security benefits. Intimate relationships, such as marriage, often play a role in determining eligibility for your Social Security. Committed intimate relationships (CIR) are no exception to this. Read on to learn...
Divorce is a tumultuous event that impacts all aspects of a person’s life. Therefore, rebuilding and moving forward after divorce can be difficult and overwhelming. However, with the support of a legal team and by applying coping strategies, it is possible to regain balance and...
Navigating child support obligations is difficult enough as it is. However, when you’re self-employed, the complexities of your profession make for unique financial challenges. For self-employed parents, the challenge of calculating child support can be very difficult as many self-employed individuals have their personal and...
During a divorce, tensions are high. Understandably, you want to protect your finances during this difficult time. It may be tempting to take out all the money in your bank account you share with your partner to safeguard your assets, but you shouldn’t empty a...
When going through a divorce, one of the most significant concerns for couples is the division of assets. Retirement accounts are key financial assets that may be impacted during a divorce. Here is what you need to know about retirement accounts and divorce for residents...
Navigating the complexities of divorce can be a demanding task, particularly when it comes to understanding debt division in Washington State. Comprehending how the court divides marital debts is crucial, as it directly impacts your financial future. We aim to shed light on the debt...
When it comes to matters of the heart, especially your children, there’s nothing harder than a custody dispute. As parents, you want the best for your children, which sometimes means taking your ex-partner to court and battling for custody. Legal counsel is highly important during...
For many cohabiting couples living in Washington State, the home is often the most crucial and valuable asset. Consequently, separating unmarried couples might have concerns about who gets to keep the house. This can be a challenging, emotional, and contentious affair; explore the various aspects...
Communicating throughout and after a divorce is difficult, and it’s understandable if you would rather have no contact with your ex-partner. However, this can be difficult if the divorce is still processing or if you have children together. In this article, we provide suggestions for limiting...