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Navigating Divorce in Seattle: Key Considerations and Common Pitfalls

The divorce process in King County, Washington, is a legal procedure that involves several stages, from filing the initial divorce petition to finalizing the divorce in court. Key aspects include residency requirements, property division, child custody and support, spousal maintenance, and the possibility of reaching a settlement agreement. Legal guidance, often provided by experienced family law attorneys, is crucial to navigate the complexities of King County’s divorce procedures and protect one’s rights and interests throughout the process.

In Washington State, divorce is also known as a "dissolution of marriage." Here are some of the basics of the divorce process in Washington State: Residency: At least one spouse must have been a resident of Washington State for a minimum of 90 days before filing for...

The coronavirus pandemic has forced all aspects of society to make changes, however, filing for divorce is still possible. The process in King County is different, and aspects of the Court are limited. For example, King County Superior Court has limited Family Law...

Police have seen an increase in domestic violence cases during the coronavirus crisis. The Seattle Police Department stated it has seen a 21 percent increase in domestic violence reports last month. Governor Inslee's stay home orders may have contributed to the...

On March 23, 2020, Jay Inslee, Governor of the State of Washington issued the Stay Home - Stay Healthy Proclamation. In part the proclamation states: "All people in Washington State shall immediately cease leaving their home or place of residence except: (1) to...

When an agreement is reached, typically after mediation, a document can be signed reflecting the same. The document signed is typically referred to as a CR 2A. The reference is to a specific rule, Washington State's Superior Court Rule 2A. This rule binds the parties...

Attorney Tyler L. Merrill In Washington State, under RCW 26.09.160, failure to comply with a decree or temporary injunction is contemptible. A common example in Family Law is failure to follow a Parenting Plan. This includes failure to follow a temporary Parenting...

In Washington State, a parent with a final parenting plan can modify the existing plan either by agreement or by petitioning the Court. Modification by agreement can be achieved in several different ways; directly between the parties, through counsel, or even with a...

Surprise! Child support may not end after graduation or after age eighteen. In Washington State, child support may not end even after graduation from high school or after the child turns eighteen. Washington State has a Post-Secondary child support statues that can...