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Divorcing in Washington? Get to Know the Basics

18-Jun-2020 | Divorce
A divorce can be a troublesome time in your life that causes you great discomfort. Your marriage is ending, and that can come with significant financial and emotional loss. Your divorce may be complex, which is why it’s smart to look into your legal options early in your case. Though it may be emotional, having a family law attorney on…

What is Third-Party Custody in Washington?

Some minor children find themselves in situations where their biological parents cannot or will not perform all of the necessary duties associated with raising a child. For children whose biological parents have lost custody, died, or wound up incarcerated, the possibility of placement in a group home or foster home is very real. If you love children who are going…

Will a DUI Affect Your Divorce?

07-May-2020 | Divorce
You have been involved in a nasty divorce, so you decided to go out and have a night on the town with some friends. You ended up drinking a little too much, and it wasn’t long before an officer pulled you over. You now face a DUI, and you’re upset with yourself. You know that this could have an impact…

Paid for Your Spouse’s Education? You Might Get That Money Back

21-Apr-2020 | Divorce
When you got married, it was under the impression that you’d be with your spouse for the rest of your life. You put a lot of effort into your marriage. You shared in the expenses that were accrued and even helped your spouse as they went through school. You were as supportive as you could be, which is why it…

What Does the “Best Interests of the Child” Mean in a Custody Decision?

No matter where you live or what your issues are with your ex-spouse, every child custody case focuses around something known as the “best interests” of the child. If you and your ex are in a battle over a potential parenting plan, it’s wise to understand how the court views the situation. The court generally recognizes the sanctity of the…

How Well Do You Understand The Concept of Community Property?

19-Mar-2020 | Divorce
There is quite a lot of jargon in the legal system, in the family law system is no exception to that rule. Many people feel overwhelmed with the sheer volume of new terms and concepts they have to consider when wading into a family law matter, such as a potential divorce. Community property is a common term used to refer to…

Divorcing? Avoid These Parenting Mistakes

When you’re going through a divorce, you have a lot to think about. How your children are faring must be one of the priorities. Even though they aren’t going through the legal battles, they are still dealing with some big changes and deep emotions that might be difficult for them. You can help your children to thrive despite the split…

Washington and Latest Research Agree about Child Custody

Over the decades, many studies on children and divorce report children usually do better with two parents. And in fact, Washington and most other states try to give children a chance of having both parents in their lives. Two Parents Are Better for the Child in Most Cases What works best for divorcing adults? How will single parenthood affect their…

Jeniece LaCross, Attorney At Law

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