Trusted Legal Counsel In Everett And Beyond
You’ve likely heard that nearly half of all marriages end in divorce -- but nobody starts off a marriage expecting divorce to happen to them (although maybe they should). Why does divorce happen so often? Here’s what you should know: 1. Communication trouble...
In Washington State, property division during a divorce follows the principle of community property. However, determining who gets the house specifically involves various factors and considerations. While not all of them apply to every situation, here are some of the...
Military servicemembers, like everyone else in Washington, can end up arrested for seemingly victimless crimes. Driving under the influence (DUI) arrests often occur during traffic stops, which means that they may take place even when someone’s alleged impairment has...
A will is one of the many documents included in an estate plan. It’s often the first document people make. You may not fully understand how a will works and why you need one. Here’s what you should know: 1. Why is a will important? By making a will, you can help your...
Child custody can make a divorce more complicated. With both parties fighting for their parental rights, the court will consider several factors to give orders in the child's best interest. However, things may change later, and the existing order may no longer work....
Discussing prenuptial agreements (prenups) with a partner is associated with negative feelings. Some people have attested that it feels like they are planning for a divorce before even the marriage starts. Nonetheless, a prenup can protect both parties. Further, many...
You might not want to talk to your children about your estate plan, and they might not want to hear you talk about your inevitable death. Yet, discussing your estate plan is a wise idea. As a freak accident could take you from them tomorrow, it’s best to have the chat...
One of the top reasons that people give, if you ask them why they don’t yet have an estate plan, is just that they think they’re too young to make one. They know that they are legally allowed to make one, of course. Anyone can after reaching 18 years old. But they...
When couples in Washington who share minor children divorce, the state requires that parenting plans be put into place as those once-romantic relationships evolve into co-parenting relationships. Parenting plans are legally binding documents that detail the...
Property division is among the major issues during divorce. For separating spouses, each may need guidance as to how to divide retirement plans such as 401(k)s or pensions. Granted, this is a complex task. However, the division of retirement investments can be...
