Divorce and Separation

Forlorn woman looking out the window
May 2, 2023

Unhappily Married? Divorce Isn’t Always the Answer, Says This Family Lawyer

In today’s world of fast-paced decision-making and on-demand solutions, such as DIY divorces, it is not surprising that many couples contemplate divorce the moment they find themselves unhappily married. Our culture’s fickle mentality often seems to advocate for the idea...

Living together in Washington State
August 4, 2022

But We’re Just Living Together: Why a Cohabitation Agreement in Washington State Is a Good Idea

Instead of marrying, increasingly, more couples are choosing to cohabitate outside of marriage. Many couples decide this for a variety of reasons, including testing the waters about whether they are suitable to live together as a couple or don’t believe...

strengthening your relationship during stressful times
July 21, 2022

The Impact of One Spouse’s Significant Illness on Marriage: Strengthening Your Relationship During a Stressful Time

One spouse’s diagnosis of a significant illness can impact a marriage in substantial ways. According to a study published in the National Library of Medicine, many aspects of a family (defined in various ways across the research) can be affected....