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Social Media Do’s and Don’ts in a Divorce

Washington State Divorce & Family Law Lawyer Amanda N. Gamble | 8/12/2026
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

Beresford Booth Welcomes Litigation Attorney Malika I. Johnson 

BeresfordBooth | 8/12/2026
Malika is a high-stakes litigator. For almost 20 years, she has built a proven record of securing favorable outcomes for her clients. Malika is dedicated to advocating for individuals, families, and entities in state and federal trial courts, as well as on appeal. Widely respected by her peers, Malika is a top-rated attorney who has… Read More

Lessons from the Trenches: 10 Family Law Mistakes Clients Should Avoid

The Family Law Group at Beresford Booth | 8/12/2026
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

Why You Should Have a Prenuptial Agreement – Internet Businesses

Washington State Family Law Lawyer Anne B. Bennette | 8/12/2026
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

My Family Law Case Is in Tribal Court. What Can I Expect?

Washington State Divorce and Family Law Lawyer Avery K. Druyon | 8/11/2026
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

Fun at the Festival

BeresfordBooth | 8/5/2026
Beresford Booth was proud to sponsor the 3rd Annual Dragon Boat Festival in Edmonds presented by Asian Service Center for the third consecutive year. Many of our team members came out to enjoy the cultural performances and food. Two of our lawyers, Mackenzie Bretz and Avery Druyon, even got to ride on the Dragon Boat! Such… Read More

Operating Agreements and Shareholder Agreements: The Documents Most Small Businesses Neglect (Until It’s Too Late)

Washington State Business Lawyer Andrew J. Tingstad | 8/5/2026
Ask a small business owner whether they have an operating agreement or shareholder agreement, and many will say yes. Ask them when they last read it, and the answer is usually “when we signed it,” often years or even decades ago. These foundational governance documents are among the most important legal instruments a business can… Read More

Every Successful Appeal Begins in the Trial Court

Washington State Litigation and Business Lawyer J Patrick Diener | 8/5/2026
Most people think an appeal begins when the losing party files a Notice of Appeal. In reality, the success of an appeal is often determined months, or even years, before that document is ever filed. That may sound surprising, but appellate courts do not hear new testimony, consider new evidence, or decide who they believe.… Read More

Webinar – Lis Pendens Primer

BeresfordBooth | 8/5/2026
In this webinar, Attorney Aaron Dunn from our Real Estate and Litigation Transaction Group will be discussing "Lis Pendens Primer" https://youtu.be/WUrm3F8-2Yk?si=c49__VU5oWXYmuZC&t=13 Read More