Vancouver Family, Business, Real Estate Law & Litigation Attorney FAQ

While you don’t necessarily need an attorney to get divorced, having legal representation during either an uncontested or a contested divorce is the best way to protect your rights and interests, as well as those of your children.

Washington is a “no-fault” state, meaning couples wishing to divorce are not required to name a specific reason for doing so.

Washington is a “community property” state, meaning that assets (i.e. property) acquired during the course of marriage are presumed to be community property. This is often divided equally upon divorce, but the court has discretion to award property disproportionately.

Possibly. Assets acquired prior to marriage or after separation are often presumed to be separate property, but the court has discretion to divide all property before it.

Washington courts prefer to involve both parents in raising their children. RCW 26.09.187 provides a set of criteria the court can look at when deciding a parenting plan for the family. The most important favor considered by the court is the relative strength, nature, and stability of the child’s relationship with each parent.

The non-custodial parent is generally required to pay child support to the custodial parent. Child support is ordered to ensure both parents take responsibility for the child’s living expenses, daycare, health insurance, medical provisions, and other necessary costs.

Working with a real estate attorney helps protect your substantial investment from various legal issues, fraud or any other kinds of misrepresentation.*

*Remember, realtors are not qualified to give legal advice, in fact, it is “unlawful” to do so. Schedule an appointment with a Vancouver real estate lawyer (and former realtor) today to learn more.

If your soon-to-be-ex spouse has no role in the administration of your business, it is unlikely that a judge would grant them any ownership of the entity. It is entirely possible, however, that they might be entitled to a share of profits or your income, especially if they are not financially independent. Attorney John L. Davis has significant experience in both family and business law and can advise you appropriately.

Absolutely. We generally attempt to solve our clients’ legal troubles without resorting to litigation, but we certainly don’t shy away from it if that is the best option. As a former prosecutor, attorney John L. Davis has extensive experience in the courtroom.

John L. Davis PLLC offers a phone consultation to all new clients. Contact us today to schedule yours!

Our clients may pay us via cash, check, and all major credit cards except for American Express.