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New Washington State Civil Protection Orders Statute

The Lawyers at Beresford Booth | 7/6/2022
Major provisions of RCW 7.105, Washington’s new protection order statute, became effective July 1, 2022. The statute combines all current types of restraining orders under one statute, with the intent of increasing the accessibility, efficiency, and effectiveness of protection orders. Under the statute, domestic violence protection orders (DVPO), sexual assault protection orders (SAPO), stalking protection… Read More

Informal Family Law Trials – What Are They?

The Lawyers at Beresford Booth | 6/7/2022
For the past couple of years, both King County [LFLR 23] and Thurston County [LSPR 94.03F] have had some form of IFLTs, or Informal Family Law Trials. Washington State is currently deciding whether to follow suit via Proposed GR 40, which is currently open for comment. Below is a summary of the proposed rule, and… Read More

Coercive Control added to Definition of Domestic Violence

Washington State Family Law Lawyer Anne B. Bennette | 3/22/2022
The Washington Legislature recently passed House Bill 1901, which formally adds ‘coercive control’ to the domestic violence statute.  Coercive control is defined as a pattern of behavior that is used to cause another to suffer physical, emotional, or psychological harm, and in purpose or effect unreasonably interferes with a person’s free will and liberty.  Examples… Read More

I’m Thinking of Getting Divorced – What Financial Documents Do I Need?

Washington State Family Law Lawyer Lisa H. Do | 3/9/2022
Gathering basic financial documents prior to filing for divorce can potentially simplify your case, reduce attorney’s fees, and put you ahead of the process so you are not starting at a disadvantage. At minimum, you should compile the following documents for yourself and if available, for your spouse as well: Two years of tax returns,… Read More
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