Wills and Trusts for Unmarried Couples in Washington State
June 6, 2024
If you are an unmarried couple, a Seattle family law attorney can help you protect your partner through the use of wills and trusts.
Marriage and Relationships
What If You Discover Your Spouse Has Been Unfaithful?
May 30, 2024
A Seattle family law attorney can guide you with next steps should you discover that your spouse has been unfaithful.
How to Get a Prenup in Washington State
February 8, 2024
Prenuptial agreements (also known as prenups) can play a pivotal role in safeguarding individual spousal rights in the event of divorce and can also strengthen a marriage.
Does Washington State Recognize Common Law Marriage?
November 30, 2023
If you and your partner reside in Washington state and are unmarried, you each might qualify for the legal protections availed to you by law by classifying your relationship as a committed intimate relationship.
Advantages of Having Co-Executors for Your Will
November 9, 2023
A co-executor can help facilitate the distribution of assets, minimize conflicts, and provide much-needed support to grieving families.
Are You a Victim of Domestic Violence?
October 26, 2023
The law makes it easy for people to get out of bad marriages. Washington, like most states, acknowledges no-fault divorce. This means that if you
How Does Estate Planning Work for Committed Intimate Relationships?
October 12, 2023
Washington state’s laws on non-marital relationships, including committed intimate relationships (CIRs), can be convoluted, especially in the absence of a cohabitation agreement. Given the ambiguity that exists for unmarried partners in Washington state, thinking about the future and what it could look like is more important than ever. This is especially true in terms of aging, incapacity, and death. Fortunately, you can address each of these issues in a comprehensive estate plan.
How Do a Prenup and a Postnup Differ in Washington State?
September 28, 2023
Learn from a skilled Seattle family law attorney about how a prenup and a postnup differ in Washington state.
Unhappily Married? Divorce Isn’t Always the Answer
May 2, 2023
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
How Technology Can Help You Be a Better Co-Parent/Parent Team
April 17, 2023
In the wake of divorce or separation, co-parenting can feel stressful. Not only have you just gone through an emotional experience, but you are also