Blog Posts in December, 2013

WASHINGTON RESIDENTS SHOULD FOCUS ON POSITIVITY DURING DIVORCE

When a Washington resident goes through a separation, the situation can be very stressful. Divorce can have a wide array of effects on an individual, including negative health impacts. It is important to address the circumstances at hand that go along with the legal process, but it is also important to pay attention to one's health and stress levels during the proceedings to ensure that the ...

MANY FACTORS TO CONSIDER IN SPOUSAL SUPPORT CASES

When a marriage ends, there are several different types of "support" that can come into play. In a general sense, there is the notion of emotional support. When going through a stressful experience like divorce, it is naturally important to have a supportive community of friends or family members who can help you see the way forward. In legal terms, however, the word "support" refers to two, very ...

DIVORCE COULD BE A LEARNING SITUATION FOR WASHINGTON CHILDREN

The affects that divorce can have on a family, especially Washington children, can depend heavily on the way the situation is handled. If the separation is filled with arguments and stress, the family may come out of the process feeling tense and uncertain as to what the future may hold. However, if a divorce is handled in an amicable manner, it can be an opportunity for parents and children alike ...

WASHINGTON HOMES OFTEN AT STAKE DURING PROPERTY DIVISION

The many proceedings that come along with the divorce process can be intimidating for many Washington state residents. Property division can often cause an upset between parties if they do not entirely agree on who is entitled to what pieces of property. If the division process cannot be handled without third party assistance, court decisions may have a say in who ends up with what assets after a ...

DIVORCE: WASHINGTON RESIDENTS MAY NEED TO UPDATE LEGAL DOCUMENTS

As many Washington residents know, dealing with all of the paperwork that comes along with the ending of a marriage can seem a bit overwhelming. Understanding all of the bills, bank account information and other important documents can be especially difficult for one party if the other spouse typically took care of such matters. However, gaining a full grasp on how to handle accounts and legal ...