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Financially Preparing for Divorce

Financially Preparing for Divorce

While you should be prepared for the unexpected in divorce, you can do things to protect yourself financially as soon as you decide to file or your spouse notifies you that they will. Finances are critical, and being prepared for what’s to come can go a long way in helping you not only feel more stable but fare better in the long run.


Division of Stock Options in Divorce

Division of Stock Options in Divorce

Divorce is a complex process, especially when a couple has a lot of assets. One area that raises questions is the division of stock options.


What You Can Do to Keep Your Divorce Civil

What You Can Do to Keep Your Divorce Civil

Divorce is an emotionally charged process, and in many cases, it can be contentious. However, it does not have to be if the parties are committed to making it easier for everyone.


What Issues Will You Face During a Contested Divorce?

What Issues Will You Face During a Contested Divorce?

The end of a marriage is a complex process, and it can be even more difficult when you and the other party are unable to negotiate terms on your settlement. If there are significant disputes remaining, and you are facing a contested divorce, it may be in your interests to learn more about how you can protect your long-term well-being.


Divorce and High-Tech Stock Awards: Don't Let Yourself Be Shorted

Divorce and High-Tech Stock Awards: Don't Let Yourself Be Shorted

A common legal issue that arises during a divorce when one spouse is employed by a high tech company is how to divide future stock awards, stock options or similar employee benefits. Clearly stock awards can be a valuable asset, sometimes adding up to millions of dollars.


Divorce Can Be Bad News for Real Estate Investors

Divorce Can Be Bad News for Real Estate Investors

For many people in the state of Washington, real estate is their business. This type of business can sometimes unintentionally become a shared asset with one’s spouse.


What Is Considered Community Property in a Divorce?

What Is Considered Community Property in a Divorce?

Many states follow the equitable distribution method for asset division when couples divorce. Washington, however, sets community property as the rule of law, which can be a bit confusing to some.


Understanding the Complexities of a High-Asset Divorce

Understanding the Complexities of a High-Asset Divorce

On the surface, divorce proceedings for high net worth couples are the same as other divorces; assets are disclosed, valued and divided. However, what makes them much different is that many of the assets involved are more complicated.


Fight for a Just and Comprehensive Divorce Settlement

Fight for a Just and Comprehensive Divorce Settlement

When dissolving a marriage in Washington, the property division phase of the process can be the toughest part for some residents to get through. You may have ideas of what you want to get out of the divorce, but you may find yourself struggling to get exactly what you need.


Is Inherited Money Shared or Separate Property?

Is Inherited Money Shared or Separate Property?

As Washington is a community property state, many believe that all assets acquired during a marriage are marital property and subject to division in divorce. However, that is not completely true.