Divorce and Separation
5 Last Minute Questions Asked and Answered About Divorce, Taxes, and Your 2020 Return
April 27, 2021
The federal income tax is complicated as is. Factor in a divorce, tax season can become that much more of a headache. If you’re contemplating divorce or are currently in the divorce process, here are five last minute issues you and your ex-spouse should consider before filing your 2020 return.
What Is a CR2A and Why Do I Want One?
April 22, 2021
CR2A refers to Court Rule 2A, a Washington State civil rule which governs agreements made out of court. In simple terms, if you and/or your attorneys sign an agreement during mediation, for example, or sometime before a trial, that agreement will be enforceable in court.
Is it Time for a Legal Checkup?
April 15, 2021
It's important to visit your physician when you notice some change in your health. A medical checkup offers you a chance to discuss issues with your doctor, ask questions, and get professional input on your overall health. Like your annual checkup with your doctor, a regular review of your estate plan with your attorney will help you minimize the risk of future unexpected hardships that might arise from incomplete or outdated documents.
The Importance of Family Dinners After Divorce
April 13, 2021
With the chaos typical during a divorce, it can be easy to let certain traditions fall through the cracks. One common tradition that often falls by the wayside is the family dinner. However, family dinners after divorce can be an important part of the recovery process for everyone, including your ex. Here are a few reasons why.
Getting Divorced? It’s Time To Let Your Wildflowers Grow
April 8, 2021
No one gets married with the expectation they will divorce, and the circumstances surrounding divorce are often unpredictable and heartbreaking. The good news is your divorce doesn't just mark the end of your marriage. It can also signify the beginning of a period of growth for you.
How To Handle Chaos, Change, and Obstacles Due To Divorce
March 30, 2021
Chaos is a part of life. You move along the path your life takes you on, and you get used to the grooves in the road. Until all of a sudden, a twist or turn or bump sends you into a tailspin. Things happen.
Why I Believe in Cleaning Up Finances Before Closets
March 23, 2021
I’ve always been interested in finding ways to take control of my future, especially as I was going through my divorce. So when a friend passed along to me a copy of Marie Kondō’s best-selling book, “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up: The Japanese Art of Decluttering and Organizing,” I couldn’t wait to begin reading it.
23 Movies That Will Change Your Attitude About Divorce
March 9, 2021
If you're in the middle of a divorce or about to start on one, you're well aware of the roller coaster ride you signed on for, or your spouse signed you on for, and now you're along for the ride whether you wanted to be on it or not. After long, busy days, I often plopped myself down on the couch, not yet ready for bed but exhausted. I needed to unwind, and I found a great way to do that was to grab a glass of wine and a bowl of popcorn and watch movies.
What Happens if My Ex Doesn’t Want Our Kids To Get the COVID Vaccine?
March 2, 2021
As if co-parenting during a pandemic wasn't complicated enough, a lot of parents have a new worry to add to their plates: a widely controversial COVID-19 vaccine.
Imposter Syndrome: How It’s Holding You Back With Your Divorce, and How You Can Overcome It
February 23, 2021
According to researchers, imposter syndrome or imposter phenomenon (IP) "is a motivational disposition in which persons who have achieved some level of success feel like fakes or imposters." It's a behavior that describes those who, despite achieving high levels of success on standardized tests, earning advanced degrees, and receiving professional recognition for their accomplishments from colleagues or organizations, still fail to experience a sense of success internally. And I see it affect people during the divorce process all the time.