In November 2014, Eagle Law Offices, P.S. passes the milestone of 10 successful years of serving clients in King, Snohomish, Kitsap and Pierce counties with effective, exemplary and experienced legal representation.
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How To: Use Excel documents during a Divorce
There are few events in life that can cause significant personal change. Marriage, birth and death are some of them. Divorce is another. For information and/or a free divorce attorney consultation in Seattle contact us now.
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What Is No Fault Divorce?
Divorce is a regrettable situation. It is hard on everyone involved, parents, children, grandparents and friends. Having a “no-fault” divorce is one way for it to be just a little less difficult. This means no blame or wrongdoing is placed on either party for the dissolution of the marriage. Common reasons referring to this type of divorce include “irreconcilable differences” and “incompatibility.” If there is a “best case scenario” for divorce, a no fault divorce is it.
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Information about Washington State Referendum 74
Washington State Referendum 74-Same Sex Marriage Law
Referendum Measure Number 74 affects a large number of people in Washington State. As of June 30, 2014, when the measure goes into effect, it will significantly impact the lives of those couples in the State currently registered as Domestic Partners. Specifically, the eligibility requirements that you must meet in order to become a Registered Domestic Partner are about to change.
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Who Needs a Prenuptial Agreement?
What is a prenuptial agreement? Do I need one? If you have questions about a prenuptial agreement, please consult the family law attorneys at Eagle Law Offices, P.S. They are proud to serve the Everett area.
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What is an Annulment?
An annulment is different from divorce and it is important that these differences be taken into consideration. A divorce (dissolution of marriage) is the termination or ending of a legal marriage. An annulment means the marriage never existed at all, and is referred to as a “Declaration of Invalidity.” It most often occurs within the first year of marriage and is considered somewhat rare.
What is Family Law?
Just as physicians practice in a particular area of medicine, so do attorneys. There is a variety of disciplines from which to choose, including bankruptcy law, criminal law, international law, civil law, corporate law and family law. As a great number of laws change every year, sometimes dramatically, it is important to select a family law attorney knowledgeable and experienced in litigation and negotiation. Eagle Law Offices, P.S. emphasizes its practice in family law in the Bellevue area.
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How Spousal Support is Awarded in Washington
Spousal maintenance or alimony is funds paid from one spouse to another in a divorce or legal separation either during the divorce or legal separation process or after its conclusion. The spouse earning the greater income is typically responsible for paying the spousal maintenance for as long as the court mandates either on a temporary or permanent basis..
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If You are Part of a Domestic Partnership, Know Your Rights!
Domestic partnerships can be tricky and the rights of those who are in such relationships are often compromised. When certain domestic partnership couples don’t feel the need for a piece of paper to make those relationships legal, they can get caught up in a tangled mess of legalities that are hard to untangle without an attorney.
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What You Should Know If You Have Been Charged with a DUI
If you have been charged with a DUI, you should retain a DUI attorney to help you fight it. An attorney can steer you in the right direction and advise you of current DUI laws and penalties. Having a DUI charge is serious and without proper legal representation, you are risking your driving privilege and taking a chance on paying higher fees if you handle it alone.
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