Mercer Island Divorce attorney Molly B. Kenny's legal blog, which covers topics including Seattle divorce news, domestic violence resources, divorce mediation tips, Washington divorce legal information, child custody resources, and more. This divorce legal blog is regularly updated with the most current news and information.

Seattle Legal Blog: Divorce, Child Custody, Domestic Violence & Mediation

This Seattle divorce legal blog is updated several times a month to keep our clients and potential clients up-to-date on the lastest developments, news stories, and information related to our practice areas: Seattle divorce, Seattle child custody, Seattle divorce mediation, and Seattle domestic violence. These short, informative, and easy-to-understand blog entries strive to keep our readers knowledgeable about Washington divorce law and their own cases.
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Divorce and Property

7/29/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Women Divorcing After 50 – A New Trend?

Recent divorces in the news have have shown the spotlight on women over 50 who seek divorces in their golden years. Learn more about why silver divorce may be a new trend in coming years.

7/21/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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West Seattle’s Swinery Changes Hands As Owner Divorces

A butcher shop in Seattle, The Swinery, is changing ownership as the founder struggles with financial problems and a divorce.

6/20/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Study: Divorce Can Be Contagious?

A new study shows a shocking fact: your chances of divorce can increase when those around you are divorcing - including people like your family, your friends, and even your coworkers. While scientists are sure the correlation exists, they are still not sure why divorce can spread throughout social groups.

6/17/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Older Couples Splitting: Gray Divorce Can Happen 40 Years Into Marriage

After Al Gore and Tipper Gore announced their divorce after 40 years of marriage, many researchers are considering whether the rate of silver divorces is increasing over time. Others are asking, "why are older couples deciding to split late in life?"

5/24/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Operation Military Family Strives To Keep Seattle Couples Together

“Operation Military Families” helps the spouses of those serving in the military in Seattle and Washington State to keep their marriages strong even in times of great stress and hardship.

4/22/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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How Long Does It Take To Get Over A Divorce?

A new study conducted by the University of Oxford researched how long the average person takes to get over both the emotional aspects and the legal aspects of going through a divorce. The answers may surprise you.

4/5/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Sharing On Twitter Could Hurt Your WA Divorce Case

Some might let off steam or overshare on social networking sites like Facebook or Twitter - but sharing too much online can lead to legal troubles especially if you are going through a divorce or child custody case.

2/13/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Study: States With Same-Sex Marriage Bans Also Have Higher Divorce Rates

Do same sex marriages affect heterosexual marriages and divorce rates? A new study says perhaps so, but not in the way that you might think. Lower divorce rates have been linked with states that do not have constitutional bans against gay marriage.

1/28/2010
Mindy
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What’s the Difference Between Annulment and Divorce?

Do you know the difference between annulment and divorce? Read this blog to find the answer and contact a Seattle divorce lawyer for legal assistance.

Domestic Violence

7/20/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Washington State Representative Geoff Simpson Charged With Domestic Assault

A Washington State representative has been charged with domestic assault after shoving his wife in a Seattle hospital. He was also accused of domestic violence in 2008.

6/19/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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75-Year-Old Ballard Man Kills Elderly Wife, Himself

An elderly Ballard man allegedly beat his wife to death with a hammer before jumping to his own death from the couple's apartment building window. It is not clear why this domestic homicide/suicide took place, though a neighbor heard the couple screaming in the moments before the Ballard domestic violence incident.

6/18/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Five Out Of Seven 2010 Seattle Homicides Have Domestic Violence Connection

When we think of violent crimes, we often think about drug wars or drive-by shootings. But the truth is that many murders in Seattle and in Washington State are between husbands and wives, boyfriends and girlfriends, or other types of romantically involved partners.

5/27/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Police Suspect Missing Seattle Woman Was Domestic Violence Victim

Police are searching for a missing Seattle woman - a woman that was the past victim of domestic violence and who authorities suspect was killed by her violent partner. Anyone with information should contact Seattle Police immediately.

5/26/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Homeless Domestic Abuse Victim Now Seattle University Graduate

Seattle resident Mary Guiberson not only overcame a hard life of domestic violence, drug addiction, and homelessness - she also became educated and started to help women who need help in Washington State in the same ways that she did years ago.

5/23/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Seattle Native And Retired NFL Player Corey Dillon Arrested For Spousal Abuse

Profressional football player and Seattle native Corey Dillon has been arrested for spousal abuse after a domestic violence incident at the player's home regarding child custody and divorce.

4/10/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Snohomish County’s "Home For Good" Shelters Victims of Spousal Abuse

A new Washington State pilot program that hopes to provide housing and home-buying opportunities to those facing unexpected financial hardship has completed five new houses in Marysville. Some of those housing is available to those facing homelessness after a divorce involving domestic violence and abuse.

4/8/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Seattle-Produced Domestic Violence Documentary Plays At Seattle Center

"Shout. The Story of Domestic Violence" is a documentary about women in abusive family situations that takes place in Washington State. The movie was made with the help of nonprofit organization Domestic Abuse Women’s Network (DAWN) and is available for purchase on DVD.

3/24/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Spokesman-Review: Sexual Assault Underreported

By comparing the number of reported instances of sexual assault and the number of women seeking counseling for sexual assault, it is clear that women in Washington state, especially college-aged women, do not report instances of sexual assault and domestic abuse.

2/24/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Retired Seattle Policeman Charged With Killing Estranged Wife

A former Seattle man shot his ex-wife and then himself after a domestic dispute that erupted when the woman returned to their house to collect belongings. Police are investigating the murder.

1/29/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Seattle Temporary Housing Options for Domestic Violence Victims

If you are the victim of domestic violence in Seattle, there are options for you. You do not have to stay in the abusive situation. The City of Seattle provides housing for survivors of domestic violence and offers assistance with developing a safety plan.

Child Custody and Support

6/21/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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US Official In Talks With Japan Regarding International Child Custody Issues

The United States and Japan met to discuss the island country's child custody laws, which many in the international community believe leads to abductions and unfair outcomes for fathers. The Japanese Justice Minister agreed that the subject is an important one to discuss.

5/25/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Study: How Divorce Can Affect The Behavior of Teens

How does divorce and child custody cases affect teens in Seattle and Washington State? A new study has found that race and ethnicity make a difference when it comes to how difficult divorce is for older children.

4/9/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Two Washington State Boys Taken By Father Violating Restraining Order

A Pierce County, Washington, family was torn apart when father Allen Fish took his two young boys from their home without alerting their mother. The abduction, which allegedly happened in the midst of a divorce and child custody dispute, ended with the boys being returned to their mother, who lives in Joint Base Lewis McChord.

3/12/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Seattle Times: Are Ex-Stepchildren Still Considered Family?

What will your relationship with your step children be like after your Washington State divorce? It is okay to continue to see and support your stepchildren after you have divorced your partner? Find out what the Seattle Times had to say.

Mediation

7/23/2010
Molly B. Kenny
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Divorce Mediation Won’t Work Without Full Disclosure

Divorce mediation is an excellent choice for many Washington State couples - but both parties have to go into the process of mediation with the same expectations. In this blog post, we discuss the importance of full disclosure in WA divorce mediation.

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