The end of your marriage is one thing, but what if you and your spouse are also joint business owners? Maybe you got married and then, shortly after tying the knot, decided to open a small business together. Since you were married already, you split ownership 50/50....
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What do you need to consider if getting a gray divorce?
Divorce among couples whose children have left home has increased thanks to several factors. There is less social stigma than there once was around divorce. Women have more financial independence than they once did. Thanks to improved health care, people realize they...
3 red flags that might indicate your marriage is in peril
Marriage is an institution meant to permanently bind two people together. In reality, particularly in today's day and age, it often turns out more temporary in nature. The last decade has seen a drop in both marriage and divorce rates in the U.S., but the breaking of...
How Does Getting a Divorce Work in Washington State?
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...
How is Alimony Calculated in Washington State?
Family law attorneys have long referred to January as “divorce month.” Many couples throughout Washington state decide they are ready to begin the divorce process after the holidays are over. If your marriage is coming to an end, you may be concerned about whether you...
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...
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...
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...