The DLG Blog

No matter what the circumstances, divorce is complicated. Ending a partnership that you hoped would last forever is logistically challenging and emotionally painful. Following these tips will help you be better prepared and ultimately achieve a more optimal outcome in your divorce or separation...

LGBT Family Law June is Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month, making it a great opportunity to highlight issues surrounding LGBT Family Law. Dellino Law Group ardently supports marriage and relationship equality. Regardless of sexual or gender orientation, we believe in each fam...

Washington State recognizes Committed Intimate Relationships & Not Common-Law Marriage. It is a common assumption that after living with an intimate partner for a long-time, you automatically end up in “common-law marriage”. You get all the economic and legal benefits of a marriage without the formal certificate and expensive party.

If you are considering relocating with your child or have received notification of a proposed relocation from the other parent of your child, you need to know what to expect, what your rights and options are, and how to best proceed to protect the best interests of yourself and your children. ...

Some would say we are amid “Divorce Season”, with higher rates of divorce occurring January through March. We certainly see an influx this time of year. When saying “I do”, most all couples hope for “happily ever after”. The truth is, however, more than half of American marriages end in divorc...

Tax season is underway and Americans have less than two months to file taxes for 2017. For those who pay spousal maintenance to their former spouse all year long, filing taxes presents the opportunity to claim a tax deduction for these payments. This can often be quite significant!  This is th...

Valentine's Day decorations have been rampant for over a month now. Reminders are everywhere of this holiday for celebrating love and romance. Sounds great, right? …..NOT for everyone… If you are recently divorced or somewhere in the process of divorce or separation, this can be a particularly...

As 2017 comes to an end, many are contemplating New Year's resolutions. If nothing else, it is a time of reflection over the past year and a time to imagine what hopes and goals we have for the year ahead. Maybe you are planning to stop smoking, drink less, exercise more, eat healthier, or beco...

The holidays are notoriously challenging for those undergoing stressful life changes, such as separation or divorce. Those enduring these experiences may endure amplified loneliness this time of year, while others are filled with holiday cheer. The holiday season is often a particularly specia...

Celebrate Pride! LGBT Family Law June is Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Pride Month, making it a great opportunity to highlight issues surrounding LGBT Family Law. Dellino Law Group fervently supports marriage and relationship equality. Regardless of sexual orientation or gender identi...

If you are concerned that you are not receiving the appropriate amount of child support, we encourage you to: Understand the basics about child support modification law Assess whether anything has changed since the original order. This may include            your child's needs or the fin...

Dissolving a union that was intended to last forever is logistically challenging and emotionally painful. Following these tips will help you be better prepared and ultimately achieve a more optimal outcome in your divorce or separation. 7 things to do BEFORE you file for divorce or move out: 1....

WA recognizes Committed Intimate Relationships & Not Common-Law Marriage It is a common assumption that after living with an intimate partner for a long-time, you automatically end up in “common-law marriage”. You get all the economic and legal benefits of a marriage without the formal certifica...

Short answer: It depends! Working out the financial details is often one of the most contentious aspects of a divorce. Even in an amicable divorce, division of assets and debt can be extremely stressful. When there is conflict and debate, stress and emotion can rise to very uncomfortable levels....

The holidays are notoriously challenging for those undergoing stressful life changes, such as separation or divorce. This time enduring such a difficult emotional experience may amplify feelings of loneliness while others are filled with holiday cheer. The holiday season is often a particularly ...

By nature, divorce is difficult and sad, usually affecting multiple parties in devastating ways. There are so many aspects of life that are impacted by divorce, and a plethora of painful emotions. Among the affected aspects of life is the matter of living arrangements. For many families, it is m...

Whether you saw it coming or it was a complete surprise, being presented with the evidence of your spouse pursuing divorce is never easy. If you have just been served with divorce papers, you are at very least overwhelmed and you are likely flooded with a myriad of emotions. We have highlighted s...

The division of assets and debt is often one of the most contentious aspects of a divorce. We are here to assist you in this process, to negotiate on your behalf, and to protect your best interests. Washington is a community property state, as defined in RCW 26.16. Any money you earn and any pro...

It is a common assumption that after living with an intimate partner for a long-time, you automatically end up in “common-law marriage”. You get all the economic and legal benefits of a marriage without the formal certificate and expensive party. Sounds great, right? Wrong. It's not so simple. O...

It is often stated that money is the leading cause of stress in relationships. Couples may engage in power struggles around money, communication about money, or financial imbalances within the relationship. For these reasons and more, finances are also a common contributor to separation and divor...

It's that time of year again. Summer is ending and kids are headed back to school. Back-to-school season is always a stressful time for children and parents, and it can be even more complicated if you are divorced. This time of year is a mixed bag of emotions for everyone involved, with feelings...