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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

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

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

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

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

When multiple people own real property together, disagreements about the property's use or sale can create serious challenges. Washington law provides a legal remedy known as a partition action, which allows co-owners to divide their interests or force a sale when they cannot agree on how to manage shared property. This guide explains how partition… 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