Determining child custody when you and your ex-spouse live in different states can be a challenge. One parent relocating to a different state after a divorce or legal separation, however, is not uncommon. If you or your ex has moved across state lines or plans on doing so soon, you will need to understand Washington’s…
Sole custody is relatively rare in a divorce case in Washington, as the courts generally believe that it is in a child’s best interest to remain in contact with both parents after a divorce. However, the courts may grant a sole custody request if there is a good reason, such as if the child would…
If you are considering a divorce, one of the primary issues that you will need to solve is property division. Washington’s marital property laws follow a community property system, unlike most other states that use equitable division laws. This means that all of your marital property is subject to being split in half with your…
