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Family Law Practice Areas

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  • Divorce
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Divorce Attorney

We have represented hundreds of clients in divorce proceedings. This includes all aspects of a divorce case including negotiation, mediation and/or litigation.

Every divorce case requires a distribution of property and debt, if there are children it requires the establishing of a parenting plan and child support , and other provisions that are common in divorces, and finally the entry of a divorce decree which legally ends the marriage. Despite the common provisions in each divorce, we recognize that each divorce case is as unique as the people involved and the unique facts of each case.

What is legal separation?

Legal separation cases deal with the same issues that are found in a divorce. Parenting plan issues, child support, property and debt division, and spousal maintenance may all be addressed. The major difference between a legal separation and a divorce is that at the end of the case, in a legal separation the parties remain legally married.
Couples who enter into legal separation agreements can remain separated indefinitely, or if they choose, can request the separation be converted into a decree of divorce. The only requirement for converting a decree of separation into a decree of divorce in the State of Washington is that six months time must pass from the date of the entry of the separation decree and the conversion to a divorce.

Legal separation or divorce

There are several reasons a couple might choose to remain married and file for legal separation. For instance, the parties may no longer wish to live as spouses, but may desire to remain eligible for certain benefits. In some cases, the couple may have strong religious convictions that do not allow for divorce. In such a case, a legal separation will allow the parties to live separate and apart and also be financially independent.

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Lakewood, WA 98498
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COVID-19 UPDATE

PLEASE NOTE: The State and Local courts in Pierce and King Counties have implemented changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As such Court will not be held until late April or May, except for emergency hearings with a few exceptions. The court in Pierce County is also allowing for family law motions by scheduled and decided based on written motion only (no oral argument) so we are able to address family law matters without having to personally appear. If you have an emergency family law matter or domestic violence situation, those matters will still be heard in all courts and you will not have to wait to have your matter before the court for relief.

While our office will still be working diligently on your cases, for the health and safety of our community, appointments will be telephonic or via Skype if possible. To schedule an appointment please call the office at 253-840-0288.

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