When going through a military divorce, there are several special considerations. Custody issues can get tricky when one spouse has frequent deployments or duty station changes. One heavily debated topic surrounding the military community is the 10/10 rules. It’s...
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How to make major decisions when co-parenting
As kids grow, their mental, physical and emotional needs are bound to change. To respond to these changing needs, parents ought to perform a periodic review of how they are raising their kids. And if the parents are divorced, it is important that they incorporate the...
Creating a Military Family Care Plan
The military lifestyle is one of constant change. Frequently, servicemembers are asked to be ready to deploy with little notice or time to prepare. That’s why there is a big focus on deployment readiness, which indicates your ability to move out under orders. A...
How much is my wife entitled to in a divorce?
The divorce process in Washington can be stressful and confusing and have a lasting impact on your finances. One of the challenges you’ll face during the divorce process is property division. Washington is an equitable distribution state, which means that almost all...
Do military rules govern the outcome of military divorces?
Divorce is challenging in any situation, but it can be particularly difficult for those serving in the military. The very nature of military service puts quite a bit of pressure on a marital relationship, as spouses may need to keep secrets from one another or...
How co-parents can share in Halloween activities
If you and your spouse have a child who is young enough to consider Halloween a major holiday – and still young enough to need and want your help celebrating it – you may need to include it along with other holidays in your parenting plan. Whether you’ve done that yet...
Celebrating your child’s birthday after divorce
Your child’s birthday is something they look forward to every year. In the past, you celebrated with a big party. The whole extended family and some friends gather to shower them with presents and lots of love. However, things are different this year because of your...
How long will maintenance last after a Washington divorce?
Spouses often have very different personal circumstances, especially financially. If you make far more than your spouse or you don't work at all, the differences in your economic circumstances can affect your legal rights. It may not be an issue when you live...
Is your ex a Disneyland Dad or Mom?
If you have to share custody of your child with your ex, one potential problem that you may run into is that they are a Disneyland parent. The term “Disneyland Dad” has always been very popular, but it’s important to note that both mothers and fathers can act this way...
What happens if your ex won’t respond to your divorce filing?
It takes two people to agree to a marriage and to make a marital relationship work. If both of you do not remain fully committed, then there may be major issues that arise later in your relationship. However, it only takes one person to effectively end a marriage....