Washington State Divorce & Child Custody Legal Library

Many of our clients have never before been throught the process of filing for divorce, arranging child custody, or resolving property disputes in Washington State – and even those who have been through the divorce process before soon discover that every divorce case is different. We have created this index of legal articles to help our clients and potential clients better understand the WA divorce process and the divorce, child custody, and domestic violence laws that are unique to Washington State. We hope that these clear, informative articles can help answer some of your basic questions and gain a better understanding of your case.

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Library Categories:

• Divorce and Property
• Domestic Violence
• Child Custody and Support
• Mediation
• General

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Mediation:

• Four Reasons Divorce Mediation Might Not Be For You   
  Description: While mediation is a smart decision for a number of Washington State couples seeking separation and divorce, it is not the best choice for certain people. Learn about four major reasons to choose traditional litigation over mediation: substance abuse issues, domestic violence issues, a partner that doesn't want to respect the process, and couples with especially complex finances.
• The Three Major Steps Of The Divorce Mediation Process   
  Description: Not many people are familiar with the divorce mediation process in Washington State. In this article, we break down the process into three major steps: the initial consultation, the actual mediation sessions, and the divorce agreement.
• Divorce Mediation Could Be Better For And Easier On Your Children   
  Description: Divorce mediation may be more than an easier and less stressful way to settle a divorce in Washington State - it could also help your children through the process and your relationship with your children after the divorce. Learn more about how divorce mediation can help couples with children.
• Four Common Divorce Mediation Myths   
  Description: Divorce mediation is a advantageous option for many couples who are planning to separate, but many people have mistaken thoughts and feelings about divorce mediation and the mediation process. In the article below, we disprove four different common myths some people believe about Washington State divorce mediation.
• Religious Differences Complicate The Washington Divorce Mediation Process   
  Description: Divorce mediation help you and your spouse come to a fair agreement regarding child custody and child visitation in Seattle and Washington State. It can also help you discuss sensitive subjects, such as how a child will be raised in regards to their parents' religion and cultural preferences.
• Six Ways Mediation May Be The Right Choice For Your Washington State Divorce   
  Description: Mediation can have a number of advantages over a court divorce - and for a variety of different reasons. Read more about how your Washington State divorce could be made easier and more emotionally manageable with a mediation attorney.
• What Can You Expect From the Mediation Process?   
  Description: While television often paints the picture of contentious divorces and arguing spouses in court, divorce does not have to be that way. Many couples in Washington State seeking a divorce choose to use a mediator and work out the details of their split with the help of their lawyers and an knowledgeable dispute resolution expert.