When Is Divorce Mediation Not Recommended?
Divorce mediation is not recommended if there is a significant power imbalance, a history of abuse or dishonesty, or if one party refuses to cooperate.
Divorce mediation is not recommended if there is a significant power imbalance, a history of abuse or dishonesty, or if one party refuses to cooperate.
Each parent typically pays their own custody case costs, but judges may order one parent to cover the other’s fees if fairness and the child’s best interests require it.
Where you file matters when spouses live in different states, and many Washington residents ask whether filing elsewhere could help. Choosing a forum changes timelines,…
Not every will automatically requires a full probate case, but many do depending on the size and type of assets involved. Families often wonder what…
Stay calm and focus on building your defense. Collect and organize all evidence such as emails, text messages, and witness statements to disprove false claims and demonstrate your fitness as a parent.
Meeting with a divorce attorney can feel overwhelming, but a clear checklist keeps you focused and ensures nothing important is missed. Below is a practical…
Do bank accounts with beneficiaries have to go through probate? Generally, no. In Washington, bank accounts with a named beneficiary—such as Pay-on-Death (POD) or Transfer-on-Death…
Child custody investigations are objective assessments conducted by either a private investigator or a court-appointed investigator to evaluate a child’s living situation and a parent’s…
Yes, a house can be sold while in probate, but it requires specific legal steps and court approval. The personal representative or executor must petition the…
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