An easement is the right to use, but not own, the land of another. The "benefitted party" or "grantee"usesthe easement area and owns the "dominant estate", while the "burdened party" or "grantor" owns the property...

In Washington State, final resolution of family law disputes is often resolved before ever reaching a courtroom.

Your company may have its own lawyer on staff, or even a full legal department.

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.

So, you have a parenting plan that is no longer viable or simply isn't being followed for one reason or another. Maybe your child's needs have changed, maybe one parent has relocated, or perhaps the current arrangement...

Many people assume death simply “pauses” the statute of limitations. Under Washington law, that is not quite right. Sometimes there is an extension; sometimes there is a separate probate deadline...

The federal Adoption Tax Credit offers adoptive families up to $17,670 per child for adoptions finalized in 2026, with a portion now refundable and unused credits carrying forward for five years.

Here's a hard truth: the State of Washington doesn't want your stuff when you die. Really, it doesn't. The law goes out of its way to try to keep your estate in the family.

Recently the Washington Court of Appeals upheld a jury verdict that issued a record $229 million in damages in Bennett v. Providence Health & Services

When should a Guardian ad Litem be appointed in a family law case, and what can parents expect during the investigation process? This guide explores the role of GALs in custody disputes, the circumstances that warrant their appointment, and practical steps for preparing for interviews and home visits.

Facing a deposition can be daunting whether you're a party to a case or a potential witness. Understanding the deposition process, knowing how to prepare effectively, and learning key strategies for providing testimony under oath can make the difference between a successful deposition and a problematic one.

A lis pendens is a document that clouds title to real property and provides notice to potential purchasers and encumbrancers that title to the real property is the subject of pending litigation.

An easement is a nonpossessory right to use or enjoy someone else’s land. In other words, an easement grants the holder a limited privilege to perform certain acts on someone else’s land without owning that land.

Washington law makes clear that across all Washington business entities, those in control (e.g. directors, officers, managers, partners) owe fiduciary duties.

Divorce ranks among the top five most stressful life events, alongside the death of a loved one, job loss, and major illness. And when your ex is particularly difficult or high conflict, navigating this time can feel...

Same-sex couples face unique challenges in divorce proceedings due to the relatively recent legalization of same-sex marriage in 2014 and domestic partnerships in 2007. Understanding how courts handle property division for relationships that existed before these legal recognitions became available requires examining Committed Intimate Relationships and their impact on asset distribution and spousal support eligibility.

I hear this all the time. Many people hesitate to pursue a legal claim because they assume that without a recording, document, or eyewitness, their testimony won't be enough to win.

In any construction project, when changes, modifications, alterations, or deviations are ordered, the risk for delays and extra costs is high. Contractors obligated to implement...

Partition is a legal cause of action stemming from common law, but now a statutory right for property owners (RCW 7.52). If you own a property with another person, you are likely tenants-in-common.

Boundary line disputes represent a highly common real property conflict in Washington. These disputes typically arise when the physical boundary line between adjoining parcels of land is uncertain, disputed, or inconsistent with public records, monuments, or landmarks.