Mediating Conflict,
Embracing Peace
Is divorce right for you? How to protect yourself at a difficult time Most married couples understand that not every day will be easy. They will face challenges that will lead them to question whether or not they want to remain in the relationship. It is important...
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...
You know that your marriage has problems, but are they the sort of problems that really lead to a divorce? Absent abuse, addiction or infidelity, a lot of couples will flounder along in an unhappy marriage far longer than they should. If you recognize the following...
Discover why you need to create a child-centered parenting plan. The established co-parenting coach and author Karen Bonnell sat with us to explain why this is essential for you, your former spouse, and your children.
There are many cases in which two people don't agree on whether or not they should get divorced. One spouse thinks they should, and the other thinks they shouldn't. If you find yourself in this position, you may be wondering if your spouse can actually stop you. They...
Getting a divorce involves determining child support and alimony, custody agreements, and asset division. There are several ways of resolving divorce, from litigation to mediation. Hundreds of thousands of people have to make the decision of how they will divorce...
You need a plan to rebuild your life after a divorce. If you share custody with your ex, which is common in Washington, there will be more limitations on your options than there would be without children. The two of you will need to see each other frequently, and you...
You fought. Before getting divorced, you and your spouse likely lived separate lives under the same roof. It’s not uncommon for people to stay in failing relationships for years. You stay in the marriage because you don’t know what the future holds. People do this for...
How to create structures or legal structures in terms of polyamorous couples, especially when there’s children involved.
Helping polyamorous families or more than two people in a committed relationship navigate divorce and family law issues.