Our Bellevue divorce and family law blog is updated several times a month to keep our clients and potential clients up-to-date on the latest developments, news stories, and information related to our practice areas: divorce, child custody, divorce mediation, and domestic violence in the greater Seattle area. These short, informative, and easy-to-understand blog entries strive to keep our readers knowledgeable about Washington State divorce law and their own cases. If you have questions about your family law case, please contact our Seattle family law attorneys. Molly Kenny, Monica Rands-Preuss, and our law firm staff are here to help.
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Why You Need a Lawyer for Divorce Mediation or ArbitrationA lawyer helps you make informed decisions throughout the divorce process, whether you go through mediation, arbitration, or Washington state divorce court.
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Doing Marriage Counseling During Separation or DivorceShould you try marriage counseling before divorce? Our law firm considers the benefits and limitations of counseling before divorce in Washington state.
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The Risks of Emptying Joint Bank Accounts Before or During a DivorceA Washington divorce attorney explains what can happen to a property settlement if one spouse makes a big withdrawal from joint funds before divorce is final.
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Navigating the Gray Areas of a Gray Divorce. Is There Another Way?Gray divorces are often complex issues that are best settled out of a courtroom. Mediation and arbitration provide less emotionally draining ways of splitting.
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Gray Divorce: Splitting After a Lifetime TogetherGray divorce is when a couple splits up after at least 20 years of marriage. Our divorce attorneys discuss factors that cause, and issues that arise, from it.
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Bill and Melinda's Split: What Divorce Means for the Ultra-RichBill and Melinda Gates' divorce attorneys will need to navigate the sometimes messy asset division and divorce proceedings that arise when wealthy couples split
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Cell Phone Regulation in Parenting PlansCell phone usage and access for your child after a divorce is an important aspect of your custody and parenting plans. Discover the pros and cons of cell phones
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Social Media and Texting During Divorce and Child Custody Cases in Washington StateTexting and social media are primary sources of evidence in family law. Learn why over 80% of divorce lawyers think social media is worth presenting in court.
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How Travel Plans Can Affect Child Custody Agreements (and Vice Versa) in WashingtonMaking travel decisions could prove challenging after a divorce. Here are things to consider to avoid violating your court-ordered child custody agreement.
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How Technology Impacts Parenting and Co-ParentingTechnology provides tools for parents living together or in different homes to educate and communicate with their children, but the downsides may be far greater
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What Happens If I Don't Like the Child Custody Parenting Evaluation?Custody evaluators assess parents' mental fitness, capacity and the child's psychological needs to determine child custody. What if their assessment is wrong?
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Can I Relocate My Kids Out of Washington State During Divorce Proceedings?If you're going through a divorce in Washington and wish to relocate with your kids out-of-state. We explain Washington laws on child relocation during divorce.
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Business Valuations During Divorce For The Self-EmployedYour small business is valued at the time of divorce, either at the date of settlement or date of trial. Respected experts value businesses just for divorce.
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How Do You Value Real Estate in a Divorce in Washington?Washington's community property law states that the assets are to be divided equitably between the spouses; this means that it is not necessarily a 50/50 split.
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What is the Difference Between Fault and No-Fault Divorce?Washington is a no-fault divorce state. What is a no-fault divorce and how is it different from a fault divorce? Our divorce attorneys compare and contrast.
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What are the Most Common Financial Mistakes Made During Divorce?Divorce and all of its elements can cause financial distress to both parties during and long after things end. Learn the common financial mistakes of divorce.
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Is My Spouse Entitled to Half My Business in Our Divorce?Dividing assets during divorce can be tricky and controversial - even more so when a business is involved. Will your spouse get part of a company you ran alone?
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What are the Alternatives to Divorce Court?Collaborative divorce, mediation and arbitration are three alternative methods to handling divorce with outside of court. These options are cheaper and quicker.
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What is Collaborative Divorce? How Can You Work Together?Collaborative divorce is a process designed to make divorce less combative and costly. Spouses work together to reduce the difficulty of their divorce.
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Can I Oppose My Spouse’s Petition for Divorce?A Washington divorce is rarely easy. This is particularly true when one spouse claims there are irreconcilable differences that the other spouse disagrees with.