Anyone who has gone through a divorce knows what it is like at the start of the process. You and your spouse likely bought a house, saved money, and made plans for the future. The two of you may have even discussed where you will retire. As soon as you realize you are...
Your spouse’s addiction cast a pall on your marriage. That addiction took up a great amount of space in your relationship, and, as a result, you see no other choice but to pursue divorce. For the divorce process, you want things to go gently, because your spouse –...
So many things that you thought were private get aired out in a divorce proceeding. Tax returns, financial statements and even details on infidelities. A significant amount of personal and financial information will be publicly available. It is all too much and often...
Anyone who has gone through the divorce process understands how difficult it can be—especially when children are involved. When marriages end, there can be a lot of animosity and anger. Some people apply those feelings toward attacking their spouse through their...
We wanted to take the time to discuss collaborative law because so few people know about it. Before we dive in, you should know an attorney’s mindset and approach influences the way they practice. For instance, on the Akiona Law Podcast, our guest told us a story...
Most couples getting divorced in the Everett area are coming out of two-income households. When both spouses work, spousal maintenance (commonly known as alimony) is not likely to come up. As long as each spouse has a substantial income and can support themselves, the...
When you got married, you decided to create a life together. Part of your plan was to save for retirement so that you could enjoy your favorite activities in the later phases of your relationship. Now that it is time to think about divorce, it can seem like all your...
When you married your spouse, you vowed to stay together until death parted you. However, as the years have rolled by, you and your spouse have slowly drifted apart. You may find yourself wondering if you are headed for divorce. Our society has accepted divorce as a...
The court may appoint a guardian ad litem (GAL) during a divorce or family law case. This trained person typically investigates high-conflict situations and reports their findings and recommendations to the court about what is in the best interests of the child (or...
Karen Bonnell is the author of The Co-Parenting Handbook. She is also a co-parenting coach, meditator, and overall tremendous person who helps couples navigate the complexities of divorce. We were fortunate enough to speak with her on the Akiona Law Podcast, and we...