No two marriages are alike, and neither are any two divorces. Divorce is a different process in every state, and each couple takes their own path along that process. No matter what, the desired end result is the same: to arrive at a place of freedom and healing for...
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How to Financially Prepare For Divorce
If you have been thinking about divorce, it is never too early to start making preparations. Plenty of people take time to think about the logistical preparations, but may not consider what they should be doing to financially prepare for divorce. No matter what...
Five Signs That You Need a Family Lawyer
If you are wondering whether you need a family lawyer, you will probably benefit from speaking with a family lawyer. There is a decent chance that you are involved in some kind of family legal issue with your spouse, other family members, or one involving your...
5 Questions to Ask Before Moving Forward with Divorce
Divorce, like marriage, is one of the biggest decisions of a person’s life. Marriage is often carefully considered and involves a lot of planning. People tend not to give the same consideration to divorce. If you are reading this article, then divorce is something on...
4 Steps to Take if Your Former Partner isn’t Paying Child Support
When a court orders a former partner to pay child support, the money is intended to help ensure your children have what they need. This typically means that the child support money is needed to pay a mortgage, electric bills, food, and other essentials, which is why...
Pursuing a Legal Separation During the Holidays
The holidays will be extra challenging for many couples this year because of the coronavirus pandemic and related shutdowns. Many couples who had to work from home together full time have decided that it is time for them to separate. In some cases, being together...
Five Tips for High Net Worth Divorce in Washington
Economic issues related to divorce are often complicated, and when one or both spouses own significant assets, the divorce is considered a high net worth divorce. When a divorce involves significant business or personal assets, the process will have its own unique set...
What does marital property, community property and separate property mean in a Washington State divorce?
If you’re getting a divorce, you likely feel stressed about what this will mean for you financially. What will happen to your assets? And what will happen to your debts? In Washington State, the judge presiding over your divorce has a lot of room to use his or her own...
The Contested Divorce Process
Divorces typically fall into two different categories - contested and uncontested. In a contested divorce, both spouses are not able to agree on the terms of the divorce. They may have disputes regarding child custody, child support, spousal support, or property...
Three Types of Custody Arrangements
For many parents embarking on the journey of divorce, one question looms larger than any other: Will I be able to keep custody of my child? At Akiona Law, we represent clients in these matters frequently, so we can help you understand some of the custody arrangements...