dictate who gets the property at the estate owner’s death – not the owner’s Will. Unfortunately, people just forget that if an asset falls into one of the below-listed categories,…
Why Probate if I have a Will?
Probate: Why Probate if I have a Will? Clients frequently ask: “Why Probate in Washington if I have a Will? Doesn’t a Will avoid the process of Probate?” We…
Open Adoption
Family Law: Open Adoption in Washington An open adoption in Washington is an adoption that allows for ongoing contact between the birth parents and the child after the adoption…
Understanding a Case Schedule
supervise the case’s progress through the legal system. The Family Law Commissioners, not the trial judge, will hear any motions on matters such as temporary child support and temporary parenting…
Effective Court Declaration
when you will need to collect statements from witnesses on your behalf to be filed in court. Usually, these statements, either declarations under penalty of perjury or notarized affidavits (they…
Personal Injury – FAQ
that means is that the lawyer gets paid only if he or she collects money for you. If the lawyer is successful, a percentage of the settlement will go to…
Pretrial Conference in King County Divorce
the court of the issues and to make sure everyone is ready for trial on the trial date. If there are attorneys involved, the attorneys will handle the pretrial conference…
Divorce and Taxes
keep the communication open and the emotions out. It will only benefit Uncle Sam if you file separate tax returns out of spite when filing jointly is beneficial. Do not…
Cost of Wills Affordable
fixed price and cost. For your convenience, some examples of the cost of wills and other estate planning documents are as follows: Simple Will (single person) $350.00 2 Simple Wills…
Dispute Resolution Options in Parenting Plan
a motion on the Family Law Motions Calendar (or nearly free, allowing for the costs of service and copying). An arbitrator or mediator, in contrast, frequently charges for his or…