Bellevue Family Law Attorney

Serving Families in Bellevue, Redmond & the Greater Eastside

At Alpine Family Law, we are dedicated to helping families in transition. Our Bellevue family law attorneys provide compassionate legal counsel to individuals and families throughout the Greater Eastside who are navigating divorces, child custody arrangements, and other complex matters. We can help you navigate the legal process while working tirelessly to protect your rights and the best interests of your family. We offer highly personalized legal services and are committed to helping you achieve your goals.

Our family law firm can help you with a variety of legal matters, including but not limited to:

• Alimony/spousal support
• Child custody
• Divorce 
• Fathers' rights
• Property division

Call us today at (425) 276-7677 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with our team.

How to File for Divorce in Washington State

Divorce is the legal process of ending a marriage. Because Washington is a no-fault divorce state, you can obtain a divorce without having a specific reason or needing to prove that anyone was to blame. Instead, you can simply state that you and your soon-to-be ex no longer get along. This is known as filing for divorce due to "irreconcilable differences." 

Although you do not need to have a reason to file for divorce in Washington, you do need to meet the following requirements: 

• Valid Marriage: To seek a divorce, you must prove that you and your spouse have a valid marriage recognized under Washington State law. 
• Residency: You must currently live in Washington, be married to someone who is a resident of Washington, or be stationed in the state as a member of the armed forces.

During the divorce, you will divide your assets and debts, determine child custody, decide alimony/spousal support, and navigate various other matters related to your separation. At Alpine Family Law, our Bellevue family lawyers can help you understand the divorce process and work to protect your rights.

How Is Child Custody Determined in Washington?

For parents who are divorcing or separating, there is nothing more important than the matter of child custody. If you and your spouse can agree on the terms of your custody arrangement, you may be able to establish an agreement outside of the court. However, if you do not and cannot agree, the court will determine who gets custody and what this looks like.

Some of the many factors the court considers when determining child custody in Washington State include: 

• The best interests of the child 
• The child's personal relationships with either parent 
• Each parent's ability (financial, physical, emotional, etc.) to care for the child
• Whether there is any history of domestic violence or abuse 
• Whether either parent has a mental health condition that may inhibit their ability to care for the child 
• The specific and unique circumstances of the family 
• How involved the child is within their community (where they go to school, extracurricular activities, etc.)
• The wishes of the child (if the child is old enough and considering their wishes is appropriate) 

Depending on these and other factors, the court may award joint or sole legal and/or physical custody to one or both parents. Our experienced family law attorneys can help you navigate this emotionally complex situation and work to protect your children's best interests. 

Why Choose Alpine Family Law?

When you choose to work with our firm, you can expect the following:

• Experienced Representation: Our Bellevue family law attorneys have a comprehensive understanding of Washington family law. We have helped numerous clients resolve their family law matters and are equipped to help you too.
• Personalized Legal Services: We understand that no two families are the same. That's why we provide every client with the personalized legal services they deserve. We will take the time to get to know you and your family and can help you explore your options.
• Compassionate Support: We recognize that family law matters are often highly complex and emotional. Our firm is here to provide you with the compassionate support that you need during this difficult time. We can help you understand the legal process and work to protect your rights.

Choose our award-winning family law firm and receive the strategic, thorough, and efficient legal representation you need to navigate this challenging time. Our team is prepared to take your call and provide more information specific to your situation, including how we can help with your family law matter.

Schedule a consultation today; call us at (425) 276-7677 or contact us online.