Blog Posts in 2018
Posted on Aug 10, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
Every couple fights, but when one spouse starts using the threat of divorce in arguments, you might have a bigger issue on your hands. Marriage can be stressful, and disagreements and fights are an ...
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Posted on Jul 26, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
Deciding to seek a divorce can be a daunting decision, no matter the circumstances. You will be dealing with emotions, fears, huge life changes, uncertainty about the future, and stress. Under this ...
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Posted on Jun 28, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
The divorce process isn’t easy for anyone, but when your spouse is particularly self-absorbed or narcissistic, the entire process can be especially challenging. A narcissist is a very extreme ...
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Posted on Jun 18, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
We congratulate the twenty attorneys from McKinley Irvin's offices in Seattle, Tacoma, Everett, and Vancouver who have been named 2018 Washington Super Lawyers and Rising Stars. McKinley Irvin ...
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Posted on Jun 11, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
After you and your family have undergone a significant change, you’ll realize that some days are more difficult than others. Father’s Day, for example, can be a challenge after you and ...
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Posted on Jun 8, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
Once your divorce is final, you and your ex-spouse will have a detailed agreement outlining how to handle each aspect of your divorce. Your settlement agreement can include rules regarding child ...
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Posted on May 29, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
Every divorce will come with its challenges, but when one or both spouses are self-employed, these challenges may become particularly problematic. For the spouse who is divorcing their self-employed ...
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Posted on May 17, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
Between court dates and discussions of property division and child custody, the divorce process can be stressful, time-consuming, and expensive. As difficult as these aspects of divorce may be, if you ...
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Posted on May 7, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
One of the bigger decisions you need to make at the start of your divorce – or before you file for divorce – is where you will live. Often, the question is, who moves out? For couples with ...
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Posted on Apr 27, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
In the state of Washington, non-parental custody is only granted in special circumstances. Understanding the circumstances that allow for non-parental custody and visitation can be difficult and ...
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Posted on Apr 19, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
For some individuals, being civil during a divorce is simply impossible. Perhaps your soon-to-be ex is confrontational, angry, or even abusive. Whatever the reason, if you foresee constant fighting ...
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Posted on Apr 2, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
If you are seeking a divorce, it is crucial that you understand the correct legal terminology as it applies to your situation and your location. In Washington state, the terminology for certain ...
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Posted on Mar 26, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
Everyone has a right to certain privacies, even from your spouse. If you discover that your spouse may be spying on you, you will likely feel your personal space has been invaded and your trust has ...
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Posted on Mar 19, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
All couples fight, right? But differentiating between those squabbles and the arguments that end marriages is sometimes easier said than done. Some spouses are aware of a mutual loss of love in a ...
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Posted on Mar 7, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
When you commit to working with one attorney for your divorce, it can sometimes be tricky to switch to a new attorney in the midst of your split. Some people may wish to change attorneys because they ...
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Posted on Feb 21, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
Some divorce matters require each spouse to go through a deposition. A divorce deposition is essentially a testimony you give to the opposing attorney, out of court. You will be sworn in and are ...
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Posted on Feb 15, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
We are pleased to announce that family law attorneys Jennifer Coombs and Brian Edwards have joined McKinley Irvin. Our new team members bring unique talents to McKinley Irvin and the clients we serve. ...
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Posted on Feb 14, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
When there is domestic violence in a marriage, ending that marriage is usually more complicated than a typical divorce. Domestic violence includes any type of physical abuse, sexual abuse, stalking, ...
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Posted on Feb 7, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
As a couple goes through the process of a divorce, deciding what to do with the marital home can be tricky. Sometimes one person may wish to keep the house by buying the other spouse out, or they may ...
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Posted on Jan 26, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
By James Stensel President Trump signed the Tax Cut and Reform Bill into law on December 22, 2017, representing the biggest tax overhaul since the 1986 bill signed into law by Ronald Reagan. While all ...
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Posted on Jan 10, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
If you feel you are ready to initiate a divorce, make sure that you are prepared to start the process off on the right foot by thinking ahead and creating a plan. The divorce process can be long, ...
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Posted on Jan 4, 2018 By McKinley Irvin
Going through a divorce can be one of the most difficult things you ever do. Even the most amicable splits can feel overwhelming and stressful, and contentious divorces can leave you feeling drained ...
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