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A Guardian ad litem or ‘GAL’ is a neutral third party appointed by the Court in a dissolution action to be the voice for the children and help investigate any concerns. The GAL will write up a report after doing an investigation and make recommendations to the Court. The Court is the ultimate decision maker,… Read More

In this webinar, Attorney Avery K. Druyon from our Family Law Group discusses "My Family Law Case is in Tribal Court, What Can I Expect?" https://youtu.be/hp1-1cW3DXc?si=Cv-nxeiqiCxhPyNo&t=13 Read More

Divorce is stressful enough without adding social media drama to the mix, and unfortunately, social media can make it even more complicated as what you post online can impact your case. The safest rule of thumb is simple: when in doubt, don’t post. Photos, comments, posts, videos, all can be used against you in a family… Read More

Divorce, custody disputes, and other family law matters rank among the most emotionally charged legal proceedings a person can face. In the middle of that stress, people often make decisions that feel justified in the moment but end up costing them time, money, goodwill, and the potential for a civil relationship once the legal dispute… Read More

It has become much more common for people to generate income using the internet.  It is something that can be done at any time and only requires the amount of commitment that a party is willing to devote to it.  This includes monetizing social media accounts, creating niche or craft businesses (i.e. an Etsy store),… Read More

Learning that your divorce, child custody, or protection order case will be heard in tribal court can feel overwhelming – especially if you're only familiar with Washington state courts. While tribal courts share many similarities with state courts, they are sovereign governments with their own laws, procedures, and priorities. Understanding those differences can help you… Read More

Family law mediation is one of the most effective tools for resolving disputes without the emotional and financial burden of trial. Throughout my career, I have participated in perhaps 100+ mediations, and I've seen firsthand what helps parties reach successful resolutions—and what can derail the process. While every case is different, there are five key principles that consistently lead to smoother, more productive mediation. Understand the Mediation Process The first step to successful mediation is understanding what… Read More

Nearly everyone with access to a computer or smart phone has at least one social media account.  Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, SnapChat, X, etc. are all now common ways that people communicate with the world at large.  The purpose of these communications is to provide updates as to what is going on in the user’s… Read More

Artificial Intelligence (AI) quickly took us all by storm. AI has rapidly become part of everyday life, and the legal profession is no exception. While I personally do not use AI all too frequently, attorneys are using AI to streamline research, draft correspondence, and improve efficiency. When used responsibly, these tools are known to potentially reduce costs, save you time, and allow attorneys to focus on the strategy. AI… Read More