McKinley Irvin Blogs from August 2020

• Getting Back To Work After a Divorce

  Aug 21, 2020
  Returning to the workforce after any break can be challenging, especially when coming out of a divorce. While dealing with this difficult life transition, returning to the workforce can feel all but impossible. Whether you were simply out of the office for a few days or you left the workforce for few years, it’s important to understand what you can do to make the transition as simple and seamless as possible. Following your divorce, make sure you know what you can do to reenter the workforce with purpose, confidence, and ...
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• 14 McKinley Irvin Attorneys Listed in 2021's The Best Lawyers in America

  Aug 20, 2020
  McKinley Irvin is proud to announce that 14 of the firm’s attorneys have been included in the 2021 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America ®. Attorneys listed in Best Lawyers are reviewed by their peers on the basis of professional expertise and undergo an authentication process. A total of 52 family law attorneys in Washington state are included in The Best Lawyers in America list. With 14 attorneys appearing in the 2021 edition, McKinley Irvin is the most-listed firm in the state for the practice area of family law. The ...
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• Is There a Benefit to Choosing Legal Separation Over Divorce?

  Aug 12, 2020
  It’s not uncommon for couples to live in separate households before deciding to go through with their divorce. This period, often called a “trial separation,” gives both spouses an opportunity to evaluate their individual situations and whether or not pursuing legal action is worth the hassle. What Is Legal Separation? Some couples who separate end up remaining separated instead of getting divorced, even though the marriage can’t be salvaged. When this occurs, experienced attorneys recommend executing a legal separation ...
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• Keeping the House After Divorce

  Aug 7, 2020
  When trying to figure out whether to keep the marital home as part of the divorce settlement, there are several things to consider. Below, we explain some of the options divorced couples have when it comes to deciding what to do with their marital home post-divorce. #1: Refinancing If one of the spouses is awarded the marital home, they will have to refinance the mortgage to get the other spouse’s name taken off the property deed. If the mortgage remains in both spouses' names after the divorce, and one stops making ...
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• Dealing With Summer Parenting Plan Disagreements

  Aug 4, 2020
  As summer continues, many divorced and separated parents are facing unexpected challenges and dealing with disputes regarding parenting plans for the summer break. Summer schedules for children can be irregular and this summer, plans may need to be changed to accommodate issues related to COVID-19. Unfortunately, not all parents are flexible with adjusting summer parenting plans, which can result in major disagreements and disputes. Do You Have a Comprehensive Parenting Plan? The easiest way to avoid disagreements during the ...
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