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  • Factors That Determine Child Custody in Washington

    Determining child custody can be one of the most contentious parts of a divorce. Not only are parents fighting to see their children as much as they can, but they are also often fighting over the related issue of child support. To make matters worse, custody disputes can linger for years if one parent refuses to follow the custody schedule or if the parents revisit the issue by modifying child ...
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  • Your Child's Custody Arrangements & Success in School

    When you and your ex make custody arrangements for your child, it is important to make your child’s education a priority. School is extremely important for children, both for educational value and the social aspect. While it is important your custody arrangement works for both you and your child’s other parent, you should also take your child’s success in school into account. To make your custody ...
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  • FIRST STEPS IN DIVORCE

    The notice can come as a shock or as no surprise at all. Either way, it is almost always painful when you are served with notice that your spouse has filed for a divorce in King County. Because it can be difficult to think clearly at that moment, a family law attorney has written a brief outline of the important steps you should take after being served. The very first thing, the lawyer writes, "Is ...
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  • WASHINGTON STATE SOCIOLOGISTS: AUGUST IS A PEAK DIVORCE MONTH

    August is a time of change. Schools get ready to reopen and summer slowly fades into fall. For couples in struggling marriages, August is also one of the year's peak months for divorce filings, according to research by two University of Washington sociologists. The professor and PhD candidate analyzed divorce filings for the past 15 years here in Washington, finding that August and March are the ...
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  • HOW MANY FORMS OF CHILD CUSTODY ARE THERE?

    When it comes to child custody, some people tend to think of the topic as an all-encompassing umbrella. If one parent is awarded child custody, then that's it. The other parent is either out of luck or they don't get to spend much time with their child. This, however, is a false interpretation that in some ways is propagated by dramatic TV shows and films. In reality, there are four forms of child ...
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  • PARENTS: DIVORCE IS TIME TO BE AN ADULT

    There is no better time for a parent to behave as an adult than when facing a divorce, according a recent article penned by a family law attorney. She notes that it can be "extremely challenging" to behave as adult when confronted with the difficult emotions of a divorce and child custody dispute, but it must be done if you want to do all you can to ensure good outcomes. She has developed some ...
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  • THE IMPACT OF OUR DIGITAL LIVES ON DIVORCE

    A recent study shows that the average smartphone owner touches their device more than 2,600 times a day. Power users can more than double that figure. The app that gets the most attention is unlikely to surprise anyone. It's Facebook, of course. The social media site links families, high school friends, co-workers, acquaintances and just about everyone else on planet Earth, it seems. Because it ...
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  • REASONABLE VISITATION RIGHTS AND YOUR CUSTODY ARRANGEMENTS

    Parental visitation rights are important not only because they give a parent legal access to a child, but because the child involved is able to see each parent at least some of the time. This is normally healthier for a child, since both parents tend to be involved in the child's life and supportive of the child's needs. Most judges will order reasonable visitation in cases where parents can work ...
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  • YOU CAN NEGOTIATE FOR THE BENEFIT OF YOUR CHILDREN DURING DIVORCE

    When you're facing divorce, you know you need to protect your assets as well as the children you may want to inherit them. That doesn't mean your divorce has to be a drawn out battle. In fact, when you have a long marriage with many complex considerations to take into account, working with your attorney step-by-step can be beneficial. It's not uncommon for one party to become irrational during ...
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  • WHY MORE U.S. GRANDPARENTS ARE RAISING THEIR GRANDCHILDREN

    In this blog, when we discuss child custody, it is usually in the context of parents getting divorced and determining whether they will share custody, or if one of them will get sole custody of the kids. But for millions of American children, neither parent is able or willing to care for them, so other relatives must step in. This is especially true for grandparents, about 2.7 million of whom are ...
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  • THE COLLABORATIVE DIVORCE PROCESS

    Couples that are going through a divorce in Washington may be able to save time and money by using a collaborative approach to settle some or all of the key issues that arise. Because a collaborative divorce is less formal than one that is litigated, the process can also save both parties from a great deal of stress. The first step in a collaborative divorce is for each spouse to select an ...
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  • MODIFICATION OF WASHINGTON CUSTODY ORDERS

    Even after parents divorce and a custody order has been issued by the court, situations arise which necessitate one party to seek modification of the prior order. Sometimes one or both parties have experienced significant changes of circumstances, while others may have a change in work schedule or a planned move that necessitates such a change. In order to obtain a modification, the parent seeking ...
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  • CHILD CUSTODY AND PARENTING PLANS

    For divorcing couples in Washington and across the country, one of the most challenging aspects of the divorce process is the effect that it will have on the couple's children. Issues of child support and custody can be highly charged for divorcing parents, but as a general rule, states will award custody based upon what is in the child's best interests, and Washington is no exception. Whether a ...
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  • BASKETBALL STAR IN CUSTODY AND PATERNITY DISPUTE

    Washington state fans of basketball may have heard about the recent custody issues surrounding the Pacers All-Star, Paul George. The mother of a young child asserts that George is the father, and, depending on the outcome of a scientific paternity test, they may both sue for sole custody of the infant. The mother has already filed for sole child custody, citing George's demanding travel schedule ...
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  • WASHINGTON PARENTS COULD FACE CHILD CUSTODY, PARENTING ISSUES

    If a Washington state divorce does not proceed amiably, one party may do whatever they can to make the process more difficult for the other party. These actions could be considered dragging their feet to draw out the proceedings or to make issues of child custody more difficult. In cases like this, the idea of co-parenting is likely out of the question. Co-parenting is the idea that both parents ...
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  • DIVORCE COULD GREATLY AFFECT WASHINGTON KIDS WITH AUTISM

    When a child has special needs, it can take a significant amount of teamwork and understanding for Washington parents to care for that child and maintain their own relationship. Unfortunately, not all parents are able to find that balance -- as parents of any child can find difficult -- and divorce may be in their future. However, it should not be assumed that parents of a special-needs child will ...
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  • CHILD CUSTODY: WASHINGTON PARENTS SHOULD NOT FORFEIT STRONG BONDS

    When a Washington state couple decides to divorce, many issues can begin running through their minds. One of the major concerns is, of course, child custody. Parents may begin to fear how their children will be affected and if the custody agreements will have a negative impact on their relationship with their children. These concerns are valid in such situations, but it is important for them to ...
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  • CHILD CUSTODY: RELOCATION MAY CONCERN WASHINGTON PARENTS

    When it comes to moving from one place to another, much of the time Washington children have little say in the matter. However, the best interests for the children become a significant concern when the parents are divorced and one parent wants to relocate. When this type of situation comes about, child custody issues may come along with it, and a court decision may be needed to order to determine ...
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  • WASHINGTON PARENTS MAY PAY ATTENTION TO CELEBRITY CHILD CUSTODY

    When it comes to divorce and its subsequent issues, celebrity cases can often draw the attention of many media sources. Even years after the separation has taken place, problems concerning child custody can spark a renewed interest in the situation. Though high-profile cases can differ from those of the average Washington state residents, custody cases in the news can provide learning ...
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  • 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 ...
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  • 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 ...
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  • CHILD CUSTODY PROCESSES CAN BE EMOTIONAL FOR WASHINGTON CHILDREN

    Washington parents often have protective instincts when it comes to the well-being of their children. In cases in which parents decide to separate, knowledge on how to protect children from the possible emotional struggles that stem from child custody issues may elude parents. Fortunately, there are simple ways that parents can attempt to ease the transition for their children after a separation. ...
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  • HOLIDAYS COULD MEAN CHILD CUSTODY ISSUES FOR WASHINGTON PARENTS

    As the holidays approach, many Washington families are probably discussing their plans for special dinners and other events. This time of year is often a bustling time for shopping and deciding travel plans. For those who are divorced, ensuring that child custody arrangements are upheld during the holidays and that children do not feel torn between one parent or the other could also be an ...
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  • FAMILY LAW: IS ALIMONY RIGHT FOR DIVORCED WASHINGTON COUPLES?

    During a divorce process, many Washington couples can face disagreements. Family law issues such as child custody, support and alimony are all areas in which couples can feel strongly about how the situation should be resolved. As divorce becomes more common and the duties of husband and wives become less divided, the way some issues are handled may seem outdated for the modern couple looking to ...
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  • COULD WASHINGTON COUPLES CATCH THE DIVORCE BUG?

    When a couple decides to separate, it can be for any number of reasons. It has come into question through a recent study, however, whether divorce could be considered "contagious," as couples who have divorced friends are statistically more likely to become divorced themselves. If these statistics are considered to hold significant weight, Washington couples could find themselves reconsidering ...
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