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What are the “Relocation Factors” in Washington Family Law?
In a prior blogpost, I discussed the statutory notice you have to give to another parent when you plan to relocate with a child. If the non-relocating parent objects to the move, then the parents will need to go to court and have a judge determine whether to allow the move. The governing statutory scheme
Breaches of Fiduciary Duties in Closely Held Companies
In Washington State, closely held companies are those in which the ownership is concentrated among a small number of shareholders. These companies may also be family-owned or held by a group of individuals who have a relationship with one another beyond just being co-owners. While these companies may have a different dynamic than public corporations,
Getting a Divorce? Don’t Make These Common Mistakes!
Going through a divorce can be incredibly stressful. Save yourself additional upset by doing your best to avoid: Listening to the Wrong People. Make sure to do your research and choose the right attorney; then be sure to listen to and follow what that attorney says. It can be hard to ignore the personal divorce
Employment Law Update: Two New Laws Expand Federal Protections for Both Pregnant and Nursing Workers
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (“PWFA”) takes effect on June 27, 2023, and requires private employers with at least 15 employees to provide reasonable accommodations to their employees for pregnancy, childbirth, recovery, and related medical conditions, including lactation. Such reasonable accommodations may include flexible hours, additional break time, and/or light work activity and must be determined via
Legal Concerns of Real Estate in the Metaverse: Navigating the Virtual Frontier
The concept of the metaverse, a virtual world where users interact with digital environments and each other in immersive ways, has gained significant attention in recent years. With advancements in virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies, the metaverse is becoming more accessible and has the potential to revolutionize various industries, including real estate.
Remember the Remainderman: Rights and Responsibilities of a “Life Tenant” in Washington State
In the State of Washington, a life estate is a legal arrangement where a person, known as the “life tenant,” has the right to use and occupy a property for the duration of his or her life. The life tenant has all the same rights and responsibilities as a regular owner, but only for the
Basic Legalese for Family Law
Sua sponte • inter alia • sine qua non • in pari materia • ex parte • stare decisis • in limine • ejusdem generis • per curiam • ad litem • in loco parentis • pro se • de novo • sui generis • de jure • intestate • arguendo • ipso facto
Estate Planning 101: Making Bequests to Charity
Many clients opt to make charitable donations to further charitable intentions and to perhaps help reduce estate tax exposure in the process. Charities often fulfill needs and perform work that the government does not otherwise provide, and supporting a charity can stretch one’s dollars further as charities can be more efficient with the contributions than
A Timetable for Divorce in King County, Washington
Legal proceedings tend to take longer than people expect or desire. For people facing divorce, most want the matter finalized as quickly as possible. An oft-asked question is how long it will take to be officially divorced. This depends on several factors and following are some of the key factors. First, in King County, the
STRATEGIES TO WIN YOUR DIVORCE MEDIATION
In Washington State, couples going through divorce are required to attend a mediation in an attempt to settle the case before trial, unless excused for reasons such as domestic violence. As a divorce attorney, I have prepared hundreds of clients for mediation. I have also served as a mediator in many family law cases. Below