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...
In today's episode I talk to attorney, Roy Martin about one of the best benefits of collaborative divorce - maintaining trust and goodwill between both parties.
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 parents divorce, they have to work through the emotional challenges that stem from losing their spouse and being around their children at will. Although the marriage ended because one or both people chose to end the relationship, their love for their children...
On a recent episode of the Akiona Law Podcast, we had an enlightening conversation with Estate Planning attorney, Kanoa Ostrem. CNBC held a survey and concluded that 67% of Americans don’t have an estate plan. Because that number is so high, it leads most people to...
In today’s episode, I talk with former Marine and divorced father, Eddie Dzialo. We discuss how putting your child first can lay the groundwork for being a successful co-parent.
Estate Planning attorney, Kanoa Ostrem, discusses the importance of managing your estate. He outlines why you should know where your assets are going, whether they will pass through probate, and who will be in charge of carrying out your wishes.
In today’s episode, I talked to family law attorney, Jules Butler about addiction and how it can affect your divorce proceedings.
What happens when you’re in a relationship and you’re unable to “be all you can be” because you’re sad, anxious, scared, lonely, depressed, angry, or just plain bored. You see images on social media of your friends and their families living their best lives. Everyone...
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...