At Divorce Lawyers for Men, we are passionate about providing updates and keeping our community informed on news and law regulations related to asset protection and property division throughout Washington.
The process of divorcing an incarcerated spouse is not always clear. An experienced Washington State divorce attorney at Divorce Lawyers for Men is here to protect your rights, starting with this brief guide on how to divorce an incarcerated spouse. Can you get a divorce if your spouse is incarcerated? It is a common misunderstanding … Read more
Moving and relocating is a complicated process, especially when you are co-parenting. Though deciding to move often seems like a personal decision, that is not always the case when children are involved. The relocation of children whose parents are divorced or separated is frequently contentious. Because of this, Washington State Courts and the legislature have … Read more
Alimony and child support are often mistaken as interchangeable terms since both are typically monthly payments to a former spouse. However, it’s crucial to understand that these are distinct legal concepts with notable differences. Join us as we debunk this common misconception, shedding light on the differences between alimony and child support and revealing how … Read more
How the growing rate of inflation will affect different aspects of our life seems to be a question on most of our minds these days. If you are wondering whether you will see the impacts of inflation on divorce, the answer is very likely “yes.” The causes and effects of inflation run deep and can … Read more
Division of property and spousal support are often the two main concerns that arise when couples decide to dissolve their marriage. When it comes to divorce settlements, one major thing the court takes into consideration is the couple’s length of marriage before the divorce. When distributing property between a couple, the court has to determine … Read more
In many divorce situations, considering what happens to the house can quickly become one of the most contentious issues. If neither spouse wants the home or neither can afford to purchase the other’s interest, selling is usually the next option. Below, we cover the factors to consider when determining how to sell a house during … Read more
A primary concern of spouses preparing for divorce is how the division of their assets will be determined and what their rights are toward certain property. Specifically, questions of inheritance and divorce can be simple on the surface but become complicated quickly based on other dynamics within the marriage. We delve into Washington’s distinction between … Read more
Figuring out what will happen to your house is a question most men consider as they prepare for divorce. Your house is likely one of your largest assets. It can also be one of your largest liabilities if you have a mortgage. As a result, understanding the process for who gets the house after a … Read more
When a couple is going through a divorce, or is on the verge of a divorce, there usually comes a time when living together in the same space becomes stressful to the point of being impossible. It is also common for neither spouse to want to leave the marital home, especially if there are minor … Read more
You and your spouse have decided to end your relationship. What are your next steps? Since Washington is a “no-fault” state, you do not have to worry about proving anything more than the marriage is irretrievably broken. The next step is to identify whether or not your divorce will be contested or uncontested. Uncontested Divorce … Read more
Going into a divorce, you may be overwhelmed with advice, some of which is informed and much of which is not. However, Washington state divorce laws are straightforward and can be interpreted by an experienced men’s divorce attorney in Olympia, Washington to give you a clear idea of how a divorce can be resolved. This does … Read more
Common law marriages are the subject of many misconceptions, primarily because the concept seems so amorphous. In fact, Washington does not use the term “common law marriage,” except when referring to couples who formed a common law marriage outside Washington and seek recognition of their common law marriage in Washington. However, an analog to common … Read more
A divorce can be outrageously expensive, but you can control the cost of your own divorce. Cost control comes from taking the emotion out of the divorce proceeding. Divorce is initially emotion driven. That is what causes the divorce. But once you are ready, or forced into, the actual legal process it is time to … Read more
Divorce is one of the most difficult things a person might face in their lifetime. But, it turns out, divorcing your spouse may be easier than divorcing your credit card debt. Understanding what your options are for separating yourself financially from your former spouse is a critical first step in rebuilding your life after your … Read more
Are Personal Injury Awards Considered Community Property? Senior Partner of Divorce Lawyers for Men, Attorney Frank E. Morris, Weighs in If you received a personal injury award during your marriage, you probably think that your ex will get part of it in the divorce. In divorce, most of your property is considered community property, and … Read more
5 Gray Divorce Problems and How to Solve Them Critical Issues Facing Couples Divorcing in Their 50s and 60s Although divorces in younger couples have either stabilized or decreased, according to a Pew Research Center article, over the past 25 years, the divorce rate for couples in their 50s has doubled. For couples ages 65 … Read more
Russell Wilson and Ciara are both successful and rich. They are both stars with extraordinary futures. Neither needs the other’s money. Neither needs the protection of a prenuptial agreement. Prenuptial agreements are designed for couples planning marriage that have diverse incomes and assets. The agreements are intended to limit the economic loss of the rich … Read more
A husband has found a unique way to protest his wife’s demand for a divorce. After she forced him out of their million dollar Texas marital home and changed the locks, he decided to live on the front lawn. Throughout the day, 69 year old Sharafat Khan can be found lounging in the shade under … Read more
The June 2015 ruling of the Supreme Court in the case of Obergefell v. Hodges made same-sex marriage the law of the land in the United States. It also enshrined a less discussed but equally important right into American law, Divorce Equality. Prior to this decision, married same-sex couples did not have a legal path … Read more
Washington is a No-Fault Divorce state. This means that divorce does not require that there be wrongdoing on the part of either spouse. Instead, one spouse simply has to believe and declare that the marriage is irretrievably broken. Why is this helpful if you are about to go through divorce? Marriages end in many different … Read more
Going through a divorce is uncharted territory for most men. Knowing what to do can be a challenge. Here are four big mistakes that husband and fathers commonly make. Avoid these pitfalls and you will start out ahead in the game. 1. The Quickie Divorce Big divorce mistake number one is settling for the quickie divorce. … Read more
Type “divorce forms” into an online search engine and you will receive millions of results. With so many options it seems like all you have to do is fill out some info, download a form, and you can get divorced online. Some websites claim to offer all the forms you need for less than $15 … Read more
Quick quiz. You are getting divorced in the state of Washington. You don’t have an attorney yet, but your spouse has already been working with one for several weeks. What do you do? Save some money and just trust whatever your spouse’s attorney says, assuming he will resolve everything fairly. Don’t hire your own attorney, … Read more