Alinea Law, PLLC

02/25/2025

Navigating divorce? Understand the key differences between uncontested and contested divorces to make the right choice for your situation. Read more at the link below.

Confused about uncontested vs. contested divorce? Learn the key differences and how they impact your case. Contact Alinea Law for expert divorce guidance today!

12/31/2024

A contested divorce typically takes 6 months to several years, depending on factors like the number of issues to resolve, the level of conflict, and court schedules. The process involves filing the petition, discovery, negotiations, and possibly a trial. Cases can be resolved faster through settlement, but trials are time-consuming and costly. The timeline varies for each case, but most contested divorces take about 12 months.

Under Washington law, a divorce cannot be finalized until at least 90 days after the divorce petition is filed and served.

12/04/2024

Behind every successful legal team, there is a new member with fresh perspectives and innovative ideas. Meet the newest addition to our team, Ren Wilcox. Ren is passionate about equity and access to justice in family court, especially for LGBTQIA+ individuals who may face unique challenges when engaging with the legal system.

11/13/2024

If you and your spouse are not getting along in your marriage, there’s a good chance you will have some disagreements during your divorce proceedings. So, how might your inability to agree affect your divorce? What if your spouse won’t sign the divorce papers? In Washington state, you can still get a divorce under those circumstances.

What if your spouse won’t sign the divorce papers? In Washington state, you can still get a divorce under those circumstances.

11/06/2024

When you divorce, your life changes in many ways. That might include having to move out of your home. Divorce is overwhelming, and we understand the desire to keep at least one thing—your house—the same.

When you divorce, your life changes in many ways. That might include having to move out of your home. Divorce is overwhelming, and we understand the desire to keep at least one thing—your house—the same.

http://www.alinealawpllc.com/legal-blog/house-in-divorce-with-children/

10/29/2024

Setting up a parenting plan outside of a divorce can be essential for unmarried parents or those who have gone through a divorce but need to modify their existing arrangement. Understanding the basic steps and the legal framework in Washington will help you understand how to file a parenting plan. Whether co-parenting with an ex-partner or needing to modify a previous agreement, Washington’s family law provides a path to establish or adjust these plans to suit your evolving circumstances.

Setting up a parenting plan outside of a divorce can be essential for unmarried parents but need to modify their existing arrangement.

10/24/2024

Divorce is one of the most significant life changes you may face, and it often brings many financial challenges. Knowing what steps you can take to safeguard your financial health can make a substantial difference in your future stability. Click below to learn more on how to protect yourself financially during a divorce.

It’s essential to understand how to protect yourself financially in a divorce. Contact the attorneys at Alinea Law for a free consultation.

10/09/2024

As unromantic as it is, marriage is a type of contract. Many contracts must be written down and signed by both parties to be valid—must a marriage? By your conduct and commitment to each other, can you establish a marriage without any written instrument to prove it, i.e., a common law marriage? Click below to learn more about Common Law Marriage in Washington.

In Washington, common law marriage does not exist, but you may protect your rights by showing you were in a committed intimate relationship.

09/26/2024

If you are involved in or considering a divorce in Washington, you likely have questions about the Washington state divorce timeline.
How long does divorce take in Washington? What steps are involved? Can you speed up the process? What might slow it down? Knowing what to expect can ease your divorce-related stress. Click below to learn more.

Understand the divorce timeline in Washington State and what to expect. Alinea Law PLLC is here to help you through each step. Schedule a consult now!

09/16/2024

Being served with divorce papers can inspire anxiety about coming changes in even the calmest person. Even when that change may be for the better, the unknowns can be hard to deal with.

So, what happens after you are served divorce papers? You and your spouse control many of the particulars, but you typically will try to work out the terms of your divorce and have a judge turn those terms into an enforceable court order. Click below to learn more about how the legal process works when you are served Divorce papers.

Wondering what to do after being served divorce papers in Washington? Alinea Law PLLC can guide you. Call today for your consultation

09/12/2024

Property division is often one of the most contentious parts of divorce. You may fear losing years of hard work or a safety net you were depending on to sustain you into the future.

But can you divorce without splitting assets? What property rights does each spouse have? Read on to learn more about the legal and practical aspects of Washington State divorce property division.

Can you divorce without splitting assets in Washington? Explore your legal options with Alinea Law PLLC. Get personalized guidance Contact us today !

09/22/2021

Divorce is complicated and it is important to have clear information when preparing for your new future. At Alinea Law, we understand the risks that come from any divorce, which is why our attorneys use their combined experience in mediation and collaborative divorces to help couples move into the next chapters of their lives swiftly and efficiently.

Coming to the agreement that you and your spouse want to cooperate in the divorce process is a major decision that can save both of you time, money and energy in your resolution efforts. While using mediation or a collaborative divorce has its benefits, neither method is easy to navigate by yourself...