Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Dec 30, 2020 |
The Washington Family Law Handbook can help you learn everything about the divorce process in Seattle and Washington. Here is a link and let us know if you have any questions.
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Dec 29, 2020 |
Online records help partners be transparent and open as they divide their assets during a divorce.
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Dec 14, 2020 |
I have worked with families affected by domestic violence for about 20 years. Every situation is different, but generally, if your divorce is affected by domestic violence, the following things will likely apply:
1) Listen to your gut. Do not allow anyone to guilt you with something like, "If yo...
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Dec 09, 2020 |
Plan ahead to help one spouse stay in the house you bought during your marriage. Here are some steps you can take for an easier transition.
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Dec 01, 2020 |
A DVPO can increase fees in a divorce up to and beyond six figures, without having much effect, if any, on child support or a visitation schedule for your children. Some parents find a private, out of court process suits their needs better, depending on the circumstances.
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Nov 25, 2020 |
The divorce process can be straightforward and fair. Here is the checklist for a divorce with children in Seattle/King County.
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Nov 24, 2020 |
Divorce doesn't have to be as hard as it was when we were younger. The rules have changed, and parents have more tools now. Divorce can be a positive transition.
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Oct 14, 2020 |
Lots of people feel like they need to call around to try to get advice and support when they're doing a self-help divorce. This article gives free and low-cost services so you don't need to feel overwhelmed.
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Oct 06, 2020 |
Why does a divorce cost so much? And why is there such a big difference in what various firms charge?
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Sep 08, 2020 |
Focusing on the future, and going easy on yourself, will help you and your children move forward in a positive way.
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Sep 04, 2020 |
Washington law does not favor spousal support, but judges and lawyers all know that sometimes a spouse will be awarded maintenance or spousal support on top of child support, or even in a case where the spouses don't have any children. Here are some guidelines as to how that might work:
First, ...
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Aug 18, 2020 |
Unmet needs keep people feeling stuck. Moving on from a relationship where your needs aren't being met will make you both feel so much better.
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Aug 12, 2020 |
People tend to ask questions about the same odd little areas of Washington family law, so we've collected some facts and links below for anyone who's curious about how to get ready for a divorce in Washington State:
Where do I find "child support owed" to my ex partner or spouse in my paperwo...
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Aug 05, 2020 |
Use a CR2A/Settlement Agreement to keep your house in a divorce.
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Jul 30, 2020 |
What is legally fair might not feel fair to both parents. A Settlement Agreement can help both parents maximize their community property in a way that helps them both move on comfortably.
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Jul 29, 2020 |
In Seattle, for an uncontested divorce you need to complete a specific set of family law forms and file them in the correct order to keep the process moving smoothly. Both partners need to sign each of the forms, which means you both have to agree to all the terms that are written.
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Mar 06, 2020 |
Elizabeth Steen
March 6, 2020
What Should I Expect in an Uncontested Divorce?
Elizabeth Steen
March 6, 2020
We've all heard the story before. Families going through a complicated, time-consuming, and acrimonious divorce that costs thousands of dollars only for the result to be less than satisfa...
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Feb 17, 2020 |
Elizabeth Steen
February 17, 2020
Settlement Agreements Explained in the movie "Marriage Story"
Elizabeth Steen
February 17, 2020
Most people watching the movie “Marriage Story” probably missed the finer points of modern divorce laws featured. But Settlement Agreements showed up three times in ...
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Jan 15, 2020 |
Elizabeth Steen
January 15, 2020
Are Lawyers Really Like Laura Dern's Character In "Marriage Story?"
Elizabeth Steen
January 15, 2020
Ever since this terrifying movie came out, everyone wants to know how realistic the Laura Dern character of a divorce lawyer really was. Short answer: Incredibly...
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Jan 13, 2020 |
Elizabeth Steen
January 13, 2020
The Facebook comment people still ask about...
Elizabeth Steen
January 13, 2020
It is so hard to go through a divorce. And women who are struggling often post in mom's groups asking for advice. This is a comment that was posted in a Facebook group last May (with...
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Jan 13, 2020 |
Elizabeth Steen
January 13, 2020
The Facebook Comment That Got Me In Trouble With Other Lawyers
Elizabeth Steen
January 13, 2020
You may disagree with me - and individual situations can vary a LOT. But something I'm always careful about is telling women to sue their ex for emotional abuse, or a...
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Jan 13, 2020 |
Elizabeth Steen
January 13, 2020
Carolyn Hax On Divorce
Elizabeth Steen
January 13, 2020
The Washington Post advice column, “Tell Me About It…” is really, really helpful for people who have been divorced. A lot of people might not know that writer Carolyn Hax went through a public, messy divorc...
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Jan 02, 2020 |
Elizabeth Steen
January 2, 2020
Customize your divorce options to save time and money...
Elizabeth Steen
January 2, 2020
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Jan 29, 2019 |
Elizabeth Steen
January 29, 2019
The fierceness of Mr. Rogers - from the Harvard Educational Review
Elizabeth Steen
January 29, 2019
Mister Rogers deployed his famous kindness and gentleness to be radically honest with generations of children about topics that can be difficult to discuss, inclu...
Posted by Elizabeth Steen | Jan 06, 2019 |
Elizabeth Steen
January 6, 2019
Children and Divorce
Mr. Roger's Simple Set of Rules For Talking to Children Can be Helpful in Talking to Your Children About Divorce
Elizabeth Steen
January 6, 2019
Children and Divorce
Divorce brings up some difficult conversations. Use Mr. Roger's simple set ...