Divorce
Spokane Divorce Lawyer
Serving Spokane Families Through Divorce Since 1980
At Maxey Law Office PLLC, our divorce attorneys have guided Spokane families through dissolution for more than 40 years. Founded in 1980 by Carl Maxey on the principles of integrity, equality, and justice, our firm brings decades of accumulated familiarity with Spokane County Superior Court and the full range of issues that arise when a marriage ends.
We handle everything from straightforward uncontested divorce to complex high-asset dissolution involving business interests, multiple properties, and contested custody. Whatever your situation, you work directly with our attorneys rather than being handed off to support staff. That personal attention has been built into how we practice from the beginning.
Do You Need a Lawyer for a Divorce in Washington?
Hiring a divorce attorney isn’t required in Washington, but representation matters most when the stakes are highest. Cases involving complex property, custody disputes, spousal maintenance, or domestic violence carry real risk without counsel. A misstep in asset disclosure, parenting plan language, or property classification can produce consequences that outlast the divorce itself.
We serve clients across Spokane and North Idaho. Our familiarity with the Spokane legal community gives us practical insight into how local courts approach contested issues, and our attorneys work directly with each client from simple uncontested filings through the most complicated high-asset dissolution.
Reach out to our Spokane family law attorneys at Maxey Law Office PLLC and find out what a difference our experience makes. Call (509) 652-3330 or fill out our online contact form to get started.
Attorneys Who Work Around You, Not the Other Way Around
Divorce carries emotional weight alongside legal complexity. Before forming any strategy, our attorneys take time to understand what each client actually needs. Some clients want determined advocacy on every contested issue. Others want to reach an amicable resolution as efficiently as possible. We don’t impose an approach; we follow the client’s lead.
That means open communication throughout the process, not just at the start. When circumstances require it, we’re willing to meet clients at home or at a hospital rather than requiring them to come to us. Spokane clients who’ve worked with our firm consistently note the attentiveness and quality of representation they received.
Co-parenting after divorce raises practical questions worth thinking through from the beginning, including how residential schedules affect children’s routines and how communication with a former spouse can be structured to reduce conflict over time. Our attorneys can help you plan for those realities alongside the legal ones.
Parenting Plans, Child Support & Property Division in Washington
What happens to the children is one of the most important questions in any family law case. Washington uses parenting plans rather than traditional custody orders. These documents specify residential schedules, decision-making authority, and dispute-resolution processes. We help clients develop parenting plans through Spokane County Superior Court that support their relationship with their children and hold up over time.
Child Support Guidelines & Modifications
Washington’s child support guidelines apply a formula based on both parents’ incomes and the residential schedule. We have hands-on experience with those calculations and can petition the court for deviations when the standard formula doesn’t fit the circumstances. If a finalized decree is later violated, we can petition for contempt of court. If relocation requires changes to an existing agreement, we handle those modifications as well.
Community Property & Asset Division
Washington is a community property state. Income earned, assets acquired, and debts accumulated during the marriage are generally subject to equitable division, including retirement contributions, business growth, and stock options. Assets brought into the marriage as separate property may retain that classification, though commingling them with marital funds can complicate that status. We handle complex asset division matters involving property valuation, multiple residences, and business interests.
Learn about our services with alimony here.
To schedule a consultation with a Spokane family law attorney from Maxey Law Office PLLC, call (509) 652-3330 or contact us online.
Washington Divorce Requirements & Why Legal Guidance Matters
Washington is a no-fault divorce state. The only grounds for dissolution is irretrievable breakdown of the marriage, and one spouse doesn’t need the other’s agreement to file. To file in Washington, at least one spouse must be a legal resident of the state or an armed forces member stationed here. Before the final decree, both parties must submit a Financial Declaration disclosing all assets, income, and debts. Washington state law requires a 90-day waiting period after the petition is filed and served before the divorce can be finalized; temporary orders for parenting time, child support, and use of the marital home are typically addressed in the early weeks of the proceeding.
No two divorces are alike, and errors in the process carry lasting consequences. A mistake in asset disclosure, parenting plan terms, or property classification can reshape your financial and family situation for years. Having an attorney who knows Spokane County Superior Court and listens before forming a strategy makes a practical difference at every stage.
At Maxey Law Office, we don’t bring our own agenda to your divorce. We take the time to understand your goals, then pursue your case the way you want it handled. Our familiarity with the Spokane legal community, built over more than 40 years of practice, gives us practical insight into how to anticipate and resolve the challenges that come up in local divorce proceedings.
Ready to Take the Next Step? We’re Here to Help.
Five-Star Reviews From Happy Clients
Fighting for You With Compassion and Skill
-
“They go above and beyond for the client... extremely hard-working!!” - Katie H.
-
“I received excellent, professional advice.” - Darcy
