In general, child support ends when the child in question turns 18 or finishes high school. That’s not always the case, however, and here are three cases where child support past 18 continues.
Verifying Post-Secondary Support Payments
It’s important to make sure post-secondary payments are going to the right place. Here’s how.
How Spousal Support Works In Washington
Spousal support is often one of the biggest expenses encountered after divorce, and it’s important to understand how it works.
Divorce Jurisdiction: Where You File Matters
Divorce is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make. And as you’ll learn, jurisdiction has a major impact on your case.
Preparing for a Divorce And Child Custody Consultation
The initial consultation is an opportunity to get your questions answered and help you better understand how your circumstances affect the divorce process.
How Divorce Affects Health Insurance
Divorce requires the separation of more than just assets and debts. It also requires dealing with often overlooked items, like health insurance.
Avoid Becoming a Deadbeat Dad
There’s a certain image of a deadbeat dad, one who doesn’t pay child support. However, this often to do with ability to pay rather than the desire to.
4 Ways To Celebrate Men’s Health Month
Did you know June is Men’s Health Month? Here are some ways to get in the spirit, celebrate, improve your health, and prevent issues down the road!
My Son Wants To Move In With Me, Can He?
My teenage son doesn’t want to live with his mom anymore, can he move in with me? Does the court take his desires into account?
10 Great Movie Dads
One of our favorite ways to mark Father’s Day is to watch movies with the old man. Here are some great movie dads to watch with your father.
Personal Injury Settlements In Divorce
Where money comes from in a marriage has a lot to do with who gets it in a divorce. How does this impact a personal injury settlement?
How Does The Division of Property Work in Washington?
There are 2 types of property division. There is community property, which means the state views all property and debts acquired during a marriage as belonging equally to both spouses. There is also separate property, meaning it belongs to one spouse or the other.
How Education Affects Divorce Rates
Education is a big part of most people’s lives. And at least one person believes education impacts divorce and divorce rates.
Contested Vs. Uncontested Divorce
What are the primary differences between a contested and an uncontested divorce and which category does your case fit into?
Divorce Or Bankruptcy: What To File First
Divorce or bankruptcy, which should you file first? Every situation is different, and there are many variables, but here’s what to consider.
Right Of First Refusal In Divorce And Custody
When it comes to child custody, what is a right of first refusal, and how does it impact how much time you spend with your kids?
You’ve Been Served Divorce Papers, Now What?
What happens when your spouse serves you with divorce papers? It comes with a lot of questions. How do you respond? What do you do next?
What are the Odds of Getting Primary Custody?
The law is neutral as written, but the common perception is that they favor mothers in custody cases. So what are a father’s odds of getting full custody?
Is There A Benefit To Filing for Divorce First?
People are quick to offer advice about divorce, and one frequently shared tidbit is that you need to file for divorce first. But do you really?
What Are My Custody Rights If I Was In Prison?
Child custody cases can be complicated. Courts consider many factors when making this decision. But what are your custody rights if you have been in prison?
How Does Legal Marijuana Affect Child Custody?
Though marijuana use in Washington State is now legal, it carries a stigma, and, like it or not, can still impact child custody cases. Here’s how.
Child Support Spending Accountability
Can you get an itemized breakdown of what your child support payments actually cover every month? How do you go about ensuring child support accountability?
Sweat Equity In Divorce Settlements
Sweat equity can increase the value of shared assets, which often impacts divorce settlements.
How To Dress For Court
Right or wrong, many people look at you and immediately judge your appearance, which is why how you dress for court is so important to your case.
Should You Sign A Joinder In Divorce?
In a divorce, the two parties are the petitioner and the respondent. If the two sides agree to the terms, the respondent can sign a joinder.
Does Washington State Have Common-Law Marriage?
The short answer is no, Washington doesn’t allow common-law marriage. As usual, however, the real answer is more complicated.
How Legal Separation Differs From Divorce
Divorce isn’t the only way to end a marriage. In certain cases, legal separation is an option. Here’s what to know about the differences and similarities.
Dividing A House In Divorce
How do you divvy up the house during a divorce? We look at the steps for valuing your home and how courts may split the asset.
Is Washington A No-Fault Divorce State?
It’s the stuff movie melodrama: trapped in a loveless marriage, your spouse doesn’t want to divorce. But don’t worry Washington is a no-fault divorce state.
Are Divorce Records Public In Washington State?
Are divorce records public? How do you acquire them? And how easy is the process? We answer these questions and others below.
Child Support Modification: How To Change A Support Order
Like trying to alter most court-issued decrees, child support modification in Washington isn’t particularly easy, but it is possible.
Ways People Damage Their Own Divorce Cases
People often do things that damage their own divorce cases. Common issues include: Filing before they’re ready. Agreeing to unfavorable terms. Taking bad advice. Moving out without considering the ramifications, and more.
My Ex Refuses To Cooperate
“My ex filed for divorce in January. I have requested mediation I don’t know how many times, and she won’t answer, won’t step up to the table, won’t do anything. And this is still dragging on. Is there any way to get her to finalize this, or go to mediation, or just speed things up?”
Who Pays Support If Your Wife Has Another Man’s Baby?
Child support is a big issue in divorces, but what if your ex has another man’s baby? Who’s responsible for the kid then?
Life Insurance And Divorce: What To Know
Life insurance policies can be one of the more delicate knots to untie in divorce and oftentimes get overlooked when ending a marriage.
How to Deal With Your Ex at Special Events
If you and your ex have kids, you’re going to run into them at games, plays, and other events. It’s important to keep yourself in check in these cases.
Types Of Custody: What Is Joint Custody?
Sometimes referred to as shared custody, the courts award parental rights and responsibilities to both parents. This means they share the duties of raising their child.
Will Courts Split Custody and Separate Siblings?
Divorce throws a child’s world into upheaval, but what about cases of split custody? Will the court really separate siblings?
How Discovery Works In Divorce Cases
A great deal of information changes hands during the divorce process. Discovery is the tool through which this happens. Here’s how it works.
What Jobs Have The Highest Divorce Rates?
Jobs and employment status often play a big part in divorce. But what jobs have the highest divorce rates? And which jobs have the lowest divorce rates?
How Social Media Impacts Marriage And Divorce
Because social media has such an impact, it makes sense that it plays a role in our marriages. And often times that also means it plays a role in divorce.
What’s In A Washington State Parenting Plan?
What does a parenting plan include? After a divorce, this document lays out all of the custody, residential time, and visitation regarding your children.
Does Washington State Have Pet Custody Laws?
Many of us consider pets part of the family, but how does the law view them in divorce?
Washington State Guardian Ad Litem: What To Know
In divorce and custody suits, a guardian ad litem may come in to look after the best interest of any children involved. Here’s what you need to be aware of.
Cost of Divorce In Washington State
Divorce is expensive, that’s not a surprise, but how much should you expect to pay?
How COVID-19 Affects Divorce, Child Custody, And Support Payments?
In the last few weeks there have already been significant changes that affect the Divorce and Family Law process. With temporary court closures, it means our efforts now focus on alternative methods of dispute resolution such as Mediation, or binding Arbitration.
Why Having a Father is Important
We all know that parents have a huge impact on a child’s life, but why is it important for kids to have fathers present and accounted for?This isn’t to say a child is raised without a father can’t be happy and successful, it’s about increasing the odds.
Father’s Day in Quarantine: 10 Fun Activities
Father’s Day may look a little bit different this year, thanks to COVID-19, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t ways to celebrate dad!
Pending Criminal Charges And Child Custody
Criminal charges often have a major impact on custody cases. The legal mire of new Seattle Seahawk Quinton Dunbar may show us how.
Will Coronavirus Cause A Rise in the Divorce Rate?
“You might not expect this from a divorce attorney, but I would say tough it out. Understand that you’re stretched. Everyone is. So be kind to each other.”