Financial Support

Unhappily Married? Divorce Isn’t Always the Answer

May 2, 2023

7 Smart Steps You Can Take to Protect Yourself Financially in Divorce

February 2, 2023

How to Establish Paternity and Parentage in Washington State

January 19, 2023

How Does Your Divorce Agreement Fit Into Your Ex’s Will?

September 29, 2022

Who Pays for Extracurricular Activities in Divorce in Washington?

September 15, 2022

What You Need to Know About Spousal Support in Washington State

April 21, 2022

What To Expect When Divorcing in Washington State and Your Spouse Cannot Support Themselves

September 30, 2021

When a couple decides to divorce, and one spouse is unable to support themselves, spousal support becomes a hot-button issue. Learn how to mitigate conflict and move forward.

Why Parents Need To ‘Lean In’ When It Comes To Paying Child Support in Washington State

August 12, 2021

Do you know the damage you do when your child thinks you don't want to pay child support?

How To Protect Yourself During Divorce

March 3, 2020

If you're going through a divorce in Washington State, there are five important estate planning questions you should consider. They are: What happens if I die during my divorce? What happens if I become incapacitated during my divorce? How can I protect myself during divorce? How can I protect my children during divorce? How can I make sure my share of community property goes to the people I want it to go to rather than my future ex-spouse if I become incapacitated or die during my divorce?

Separate and Community Property in Divorce

June 24, 2019

Washington State is one of the nine community property states in the country. This means that, as a general rule, spouses will own an equal interest in any property acquired  during the marriage, even where only one spouse's name is on the bank account, paycheck, or title. This distinction has a ...