Spokane Divorce Lawyer

Spokane Divorce Attorney

If you’re considering getting divorced, it’s helpful to consult an experienced Spokane divorce lawyer. Even if you’re not quite ready to formally file for divorce, a family law attorney familiar with divorce cases can help. The accomplished team at The Legal Hill, PLLC, can help with your contested or uncontested divorce case. We are here to support your legal rights during the process and can answer any questions you might have.

What Happens During a Spokane Divorce?

In Washington, divorce is called the dissolution of a marriage. When you dissolve your marriage, you are formally ending a legal marriage by completing the following steps:

• Preparing a petition form for the dissolution of your marriage
• Filing appropriate formal paperwork with the court to dissolve your marriage
• Serving formal dissolution/divorce papers on your current spouse
• Signing and filing documents

To make sure you are following the procedural rules of Spokane, WA, it’s important to consult an experienced divorce lawyer.

If your spouse doesn’t agree to the terms of the divorce and won’t sign the paperwork to dissolve your union, you still have legal options to discuss with an attorney. Many parties want to avoid having to go to trial, which can take a significant period of time, become costly, and become more adversarial than ending your marriage without needing a trial.

Are My Communications With My Attorney Confidential?

Your communications with a divorce attorney are confidential. You don’t have to tell anyone you even met with an attorney. The attorney-client privilege means your discussions with your attorney cannot be disclosed, including in-person meetings, emails, and phone call communications. The goal of attorney-client privilege is to provide you with confidence that you can speak honestly with your attorney so they can give you reliable advice.

How Can I Help Bolster My Divorce Case?

Even if you’re not ready to file for a dissolution of marriage, you may want to begin gathering important documents for your financial accounts relating to your income or your household assets. Specifically, you may want to gather copies of the following:

• Pay stubs for yourself and your spouse
• Tax returns and W-2 forms for your family and for any household businesses
• Income documents that might show stock dividends, retirement income, mortgage interest, etc.
• Deeds for mortgages and other real estate
• Retirement fund statements, stock documents, and pension papers
• Bank account statements
• Any other account statements
• Other documents that might show the amount you and your spouse earn or your debts
• Any pre- or post-nuptial agreements, if you made any such agreements
• Other documents you feel might be helpful for bolstering your divorce case

You may want to keep copies of all relevant documents to help if you eventually decide to file for divorce, and you may want to keep them in a place where your spouse is unlikely to find them. An attorney can help you gather other important documents and help with your dissolution of marriage.

How Can a Spokane Lawyer Help With My Divorce?

An experienced family law attorney who routinely handles divorce matters can help with your dissolution of marriage. Specifically, they can:

• Provide reliable legal advice
• Prepare and timely file court documents
• Represent you in court, if necessary
• Assist with complicated legal issues
• Advocate for your rights throughout the process
• Act as your legal support to help your circumstances and case outcome

An attorney can provide invaluable help during the dissolution of your union. Contact The Legal Hill, PLLC, to discuss your unique situation. Also, our office offers divorce coaching, where clients can get help navigating the complicated process before it even starts. We have coaching packages that help clients ensure their voices are heard and help them self-advocate throughout their divorce process.

FAQs

How Long Does a Divorce Take in Spokane?

The amount of time each divorce case takes varies, which typically depends on the complexity of the divorce, whether divorce terms are contested, the possible backlog of Spokane cases, and the experience level of the attorneys negotiating for their clients. An experienced Spokane divorce lawyer can help estimate the time frame for your divorce matter and answer any questions you might have about the process.

What Does a Spokane Divorce Lawyer Cost?

Attorneys can determine the attorney fees for their clients. The cost of retaining an experienced Spokane divorce lawyer usually depends on their experience level and the complex nature of the divorce case. Generally, the sooner a couple agrees to the terms of the divorce, the quicker and more cost-effective the divorce can be. Contested divorces often cost more to resolve.

If you’re considering a particular attorney, you can discuss their written fee agreement at an initial consultation.

What Type of Lawyer Can Help With My Divorce?

A family law lawyer with experience successfully dissolving marriages can help with your individual divorce case. When deciding which attorney you should hire, you can set up an initial consultation to see whether you feel comfortable with the communication style of a particular attorney, and you can discuss their negotiation style.

The team at The Legal Hill, PLLC, has extensive experience working with clients and helping protect their rights during divorce proceedings.

Do I Need My Spouse’s Consent to Divorce?

No, you don’t need your spouse to agree to a divorce, as Washington is a no-fault divorce state. This means either party can begin divorce proceedings and end their marriage, regardless of the reason. If you have tried to be fair and need help ending your union, an experienced Spokane divorce lawyer can help discuss your unique situation further. Contact The Legal Hill, PLLC, for help and to set up an initial client consultation.

Contact The Legal Hill, PLLC – An Experienced Spokane Divorce Lawyer

At The Legal Hill, PLLC, we provide comprehensive family law assistance. We can provide reliable legal advice tailored to your unique divorce case. Our goal is to protect your interests throughout the process of dissolving your marriage. We can discuss our divorce coaching services and answer all your questions. Contact us to discuss your Spokane divorce matter and schedule an initial client consultation.

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“Anyone can find themselves in a position where they need reassurance they will be treated fairly in court. Even “smaller” problems can seem big when you don’t know the court system. Big or small issues at hand, The Legal Hill, PLLC will help you get through it. Ms. Hill and her team are knowledgeable, courteous, and do thorough work. If you need legal representation, you’re looking in the right place.” – Garrett L.

“The Legal Hill was great when I needed to get my parenting plan updated to 50/50 custody. It was about 2 weeks after my consultation that everything was finish. About a week with them and about a week with the court. If I ever need them again I will be coming back.” – Brent E.