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Property division, along with custody matters, is one of the biggest areas of contention couples typically have to navigate in divorce. And this makes sense, given that couples are very often unable to agree on how they will split up their property and debts as their...
In our last post, we began looking at how property division works here in Washington. As we noted, this state uses a community property approach which does not presume a 50-50 split of property and liabilities, but rather calls for a just and equitable division under...
If you and your spouse have children together and have decided to divorce, it is important to understand that your relationship will not end simply because your marriage does. Instead, it will be transformed into a different type of relationship in which you function...
Many Washington residents who are going through or about to go through divorce proceedings may have various ways they wish to prepare for the situation. Some individuals may find talking to their divorced friends helpful in gaining some insight, but it is important to...
For many Washington residents, the New Year signifies a time for new beginnings and a time to make changes. In many cases, individuals may consider taking aspects of their lives with which they have struggled and finding ways to make the issues more manageable. For...
The financial aspects of divorce proceedings may be a main focus for many Washington residents. Finances can be affected by legal costs, alimony, property division and child support, if the couple have children. Determining just how a person will be affected...
When a new year rolls around, many Washington residents consider it a time of new beginnings. As a result, some parties may feel the need to take certain steps in an attempt to have a fresh start. Though some New Year's resolutions may be considered mild, there are...
Many individuals may become attached to certain possessions over the years. Some assets may hold sentimental value because they were gifts or were otherwise meaningful to a particular individual. On the other hand, individuals may wish to hold on to property that has...
Retirement accounts are beneficial to many Washington residents later in life. However, if they are going through divorce, they may wonder how these accounts could be affected. During the property division process, the type of retirement accounts involved -- as well...
When Washington couples marry, they likely do not enter the relationship thinking that they will get divorced. Unfortunately, even after years of marriage, divorce may be on the horizon when relationships become difficult. Celebrity chef and former Iron Chef America...