Dissipation of assets is a term used to describe the use or transfer of marital assets for an improper purpose, such as to a third party, or for the sole benefit of one spouse, during the period between the separation and the finalization of a divorce. This can have a...
Family Law
The Washington essential divorce checklist
Even when getting a divorce is the right move, separating from your partner can be hurtful and challenging. However, thinking things through in advance and learning the basics of the divorce process in Washington State can make it more manageable. Gather your...
Protecting your pension during a divorce in Washington
Divorce is always an awful time, and one of the worst parts of it is dividing assets between the two parties. If you're in Washington and work in an occupation that qualifies you for a pension, that pension is one of the most significant assets in your life. And...
How to show a judge that you deserve child custody
Washington evaluates each parent to determine whether it's safe to give joint child custody to them. If one of the parents isn't fit, then the state will award sole custody to the other. Excluding cases of severe abuse and neglect, the unfit parent would likely have...
What do you need to know about a high-asset divorce?
Regardless of your financial well-being, divorces can result in monetary disputes. A high-asset divorce in the state of Washington can result in costly legal trials, and understanding the key aspects involved can help you protect your wealth. Forensic accounting may...
Effective co-parenting tips for Washington parents
There’s no right or wrong way for Washington parents to raise their children after a divorce. Even if tensions were high during the separation, most parents love their children and want the best for them. The process of raising children together even after a divorce...
Why you should restrict or avoid social media during your divorce
Social media is a major part of life. It is often the way people connect with each other and share their news and updates. However, as some Washington residents have experienced, social media activity can hurt you during your divorce. For this reason, you should...
Divorce, child custody, and narcissism
Divorce is a difficult process to navigate regardless of your mental health. Divorcing a narcissist in Washington makes child custody issues difficult to handle. Parents affected by Narcissist Personality Disorder will project their issues onto their children after...
Do you need a divorce counselor?
Divorce counseling can help Washington couples decide if they should end their marriage. You could also receive divorce counseling to help yourself heal and move forward into a happier life. Ending a marriage is a painful experience for many people, even if they know...
Preparing an optimum co-parenting plan
Parents in Washington who are sharing custody of their children will benefit from creating a detailed co-parenting plan that addresses everything from parenting time to how to handle future disagreements. A strong, detailed parenting plan can help them successfully...