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Divorce
Family
law in Washington State has many facets and is influenced by
many factors; money, emotions and social factors to name but
a few. The laws governing family law are therefore complex
and often confusing.
Ending a marriage may be particularly
upsetting, involving many uncertainties and emotions.
If divorce or separation is unavoidable or in your best
interest,
Berner Law
Group, PLLC
can help. We can guide you in protecting your
rights as a spouse, partner or parent.
Various
procedures may be used to end a marriage that breaks down,
including annulment, separation and dissolution. A
separation may be formalized with a “Decree of Separation"
or a legal contract. A couple may decide to live apart
while trying to save a marriage or to adhere to religious
beliefs. There is no requirement to have a legal separation
as an interim step prior to a dissolution (divorce).
If a
marriage is “irretrievably broken," one or both parties may
seek a dissolution. The court will legally terminate the
marriage, make provisions for minor children, family
support, and division of property and liabilities.
Washington State follows a no-fault system intended to
remove some of the bitterness often related to divorce
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