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Figuring out the division of assets when going through mediation
When getting a divorce, figuring out how to divide certain assets can be difficult. Those wishing to avoid going to court over this may be able to reach property division terms in mediation. Such terms do still need to abide by the laws put forth by the state of...
What to focus on when getting a divorce
Ending a marriage is a difficult thing to go through. It is easy to focus on all the wrong things during the divorce process, which can come back to hurt you in the end. What might Washington residents, like yourself, choose to focus on when working through their...
Estate planning mistakes lead to complications for loved ones
Creating an estate plan is different for everyone. Your plan will depend on your goals for your future, your finances and what you want to happen to your property after you pass. The most basic step in any estate plan is to draft a will, which will allow you to...
Your mental health may affect your child custody arrangements
Mental health problems affect a large number of Washington residents. For most people, these problems are not enough to prevent them from living productive lives or taking care of their families, but for others, they are. When a married couple divorces and one spouse...
What can be learned from the Stuart Scott probate case?
Stuart Scott, the former ESPN announcer, died of cancer in early 2015. Ever since his death, his daughters, co-trustees, ex-wife and Disney have all been fighting about his estate. The probate process has been going on for nearly five years now, and there is concern...
Is divorce on your mind?
There comes a point in many marriages where one or both parties considers walking away from the relationship. If divorce is on your mind, it's okay. Now is the time to find out how ending your marriage will actually affect you down the line. Some people have an idea...
Divorce mediation: To have or not to have legal counsel?
There are a few ways to get through the divorce process. In the state of Washington, mediation is something that courts want to see couples try before they turn to litigation. Mediation involves each party meeting in a neutral location with a neutral third party to...
Electronic wills — the good and the bad
Living in a digital world, moving from paper to electronic documents seems to be a natural progression. There are times when doing so, however, may not sit quite right with some people. Electronic wills are a good example here, and there are those in Washington and...
Will your anger toward your ex affect child custody issues?
One of the greatest concerns for divorcing parents is often protecting their children from the tension, squabbles and other negative things that can occur during this difficult time. You may be among those Washington parents who try to keep your children insulated...
Is a “strategic” divorce worth it?
Marriage can be a great thing, but there are times when it can do a real number on a couple's financial situation. For this reason, more couples in Washington and elsewhere are considering "strategic" divorce. This is where they purposely end their marriage for tax...