Family Law

A Bowling Green State University report showed in 2021 the U.S. divorce rate was at its lowest in 40 years, 14.0 per 1,000 married women. Despite this, many people still must deal with this situation and its aftermath. An overlooked issue in divorce is the need to...

If you have a disability, you may qualify for special funding from the Social Security Administration. Paying child support could potentially affect your benefits under the SSA, especially if you are late on your support payments. Falling behind on child support...

The custody and visitation order issued in your divorce clearly defines the schedule for each parent’s time with the child. Court orders are legally binding agreements. When one parent violates the court order for any reason, that can lead to contempt of court. There...

The decision to end a marriage comes with an array of issues to resolve. For people striving for an amicable divorce, mediation often eases associated stresses. On average, 59 divorces happened every day in the state in 2020, according to the Washington State...

When you and your spouse decide to divorce, one of your biggest concerns may involve how your children will react to this major change. You may worry about how your children will take the news and how they will cope with your divorce. Although divorces in the U.S. hit...

When couples with children divorce, the process of separation becomes significantly more complex. When parents are not in agreement about support payments, they must follow the court-ordered agreements. However, situations can change, leading to modifications of child...

Almost every time a Tacoma couple gets divorced, the exes establish separate residences. The children then shuffle back and forth between the parents' homes. This is the usual way shared child custody works in Washington. But for many divorced co-parents, the...

When spouses get a divorce, practically every aspect of their lives change. Your ex-spouse may have decided to move to a different state for employment opportunities, to be close to family, or because of remarriage. If they have sole custody of your children, this can...

Life goes on after your initial child custody arrangement is determined. A major life change, such as a new job opportunity, may lead you to move away from the Seattle-Tacoma area or from Washington entirely. In these situations, it is critical to understand...

Child custody disputes can often be contentious, and especially so when substance abuse, questionable parenting or children with special needs are involved. Depending on the circumstances, an evaluator or advocate may be requested by one of the parents or by the...