# Divorce and Family Lawyers in Seattle, WA | Attorney Shana E. Thompson > Blog Posts and Articles in Seattle, WA, Attorney Shana Thompson --- ## Pages - [Lindsay Briese](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/attorneys/lindsay-briese/): Lindsay Briese Lindsay is a hardworking advocate who has a passion for working with families, children, and cases involving domestic... - [Thank You](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/thank-you/): At Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson, we understand how important your concerns are. We make it a priority to provide timely communication and will contact you as soon as possible. - [Community Property](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/division-of-property/community-property/): Seattle Divorce Attorneys discuss the equitable division of community property in King County, WA. Find out more about how separate and community property is treated during a divorce case. - [Temporary Hearing](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/stages/temporary-hearing/): Contested divorces can file a request for a temporary order to resolve certain issues. Seattle attorney at Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson discuss the hearings in detail. - [Separate Property](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/division-of-property/separate-property/): Attorney explains the consequences of owning separate property during a divorce case in Seattle or King County, WA. Learn more about the difference between separate property and community property subject to equitable distribution. - [Divorce Litigation](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/stages/divorce-litigation/): If you and your spouse are interested in litigating your divorce in Seattle, Washington, contact our skilled family law attorneys at Shana Thompson Law. - [Final Hearing / Trial](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/stages/final-hearing-trial/): When the parties are unable to reach a resolution, then a divorce can proceed to trial. Learn how the trial is scheduled and the procedures in court from Seattle divorce attorney in Washington. - [Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR)](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/stages/mediation/): In this article, Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is explained by family law attorneys in Seattle at Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson. Find out more about mediation and arbitration. - [Legal Separation](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/stages/legal-separation/): Attorneys for Legal Separation in Seattle, WA, at Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson explain the difference between a divorce and legal separation. - [The Divorce Process](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/stages/): Seattle divorce attorneys explain the divorce process in King County, Washington from filing the Petition for the Dissolution of Marriage, the temporary hearing, through drafting the settlement agreement or litigating the issues at the final trial. - [Same Sex / LGBTQ Divorce](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/types/same-sex-lgbtq-divorce/): Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson excels at representing same sex couples in divorce proceedings and explains alimony, child support and types of divorce in King County, Washington. (206) 712-2756 - [High Income](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/types/high-income/): Couples with a high net worth or income may have issues with divorce proceedings. Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson represents clients in marriage dissolutions throughout King County, WA. - [High Assets](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/types/high-assets/): Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson discusses high net worth divorces for couples with expensive assets and solutions for spouses struggling. (206) 712-2756 - [Military Divorce](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/types/military/): For members of the military living in Seattle, WA, a divorce can be more difficult and comes with special challenges. We represent military families when one spouse is active duty army, navy, air force or marines. - [Contested](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/types/contested/): Do you need an attorney for a contested divorce case in Seattle, Washington? Find out how our divorce and matrimonial law attorneys help clients at the courthouses in King County in Seattle and Kent, Washington. - [Uncontested](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/types/uncontested/): Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson is the premier law firm for uncontested divorce cases in Seattle, Washington. We help clients resolve their divorce or legal separation case quickly and quietly so they can move on with their lives. - [Types](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/types/): Learn about the different types of divorce cases from attorneys in Seattle, WA, including the contested divorce vs. the uncontested divorce case, a military divorce, or a same-sex divorce case. - [Post-Dissolution Asset Division](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/division-of-property/post-dissolution-asset-division/): The attorneys at Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson assist clients in family law issues such as post-dissolution asset division in Seattle, Washington. - [Blog](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/blog/): Blog Posts and Articles in Seattle, WA, Attorney Shana Thompson - [Legal Separation](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/divorce-process/legal-separation/): Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson explains the benefits of legal separation over divorce and solutions for those wishing to convert their legal separation. - [Stages](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/divorce-process/): The attorneys at Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson discuss the stages of divorce in King County, Washington. Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson excels at representing those in divorce proceedings. - [Annulment](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/annulment/): Washington law on an annulment (“Decree of Invalidity”) explained by family law attorneys in Seattle, Washington. Annulment is defined as a court-ordered dissolution of an invalid marriage. - [Temporary Alimony](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/alimony/temporary-alimony/): Temporary alimony may help your financial stability during divorce proceedings. Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson is skilled at representing clients in divorce throughout King County, WA. - [Permanent Alimony](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/alimony/permanent-alimony/): In some divorce cases, the court may grant alimony for a long period of time. Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson explains permanent alimony in King County, Washington. - [Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO)](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/division-of-property/qdro/): Qualified domestic relations order (QDRO) are necessary if you have retirement accounts. Learn more from Seattle lawyer Shana Thompson. - [Alimony/Spousal Maintenance](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/alimony/): Attorney explains the factors for alimony (often called spousal support or maintenance) in Seattle, Washington, in both contested and uncontested divorce cases in King County. - [Retirement Accounts](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/division-of-property/retirement-accounts/): The attorneys at Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson discuss how divorce can affect your retirement benefits. Offices located in Seattle, Washington. (206) 712-2756 - [Military Benefits](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/division-of-property/military-benefits/): Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson discusses military benefits and what happens to them in a divorce. Offices found in Seattle, Washington. (206) 712-2756 - [Debts](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/division-of-property/debts/): Did you know that debts are also considered an asset in divorce? Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson explains debt divisions in divorce proceedings in King County, Washington. (206) 712-2756 - [Asset Division](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/divorce/division-of-property/asset-division/): In a divorce, both spouses must divide their assets in a fair and equitable manner. Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson explains asset division in King County, Washington. (206) 712-2756 - [Contempt Order](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/contempt-order/): If you have been charged with a contempt order in family court, it is in your best interest to seek out qualified legal assistance from a family law attorney. - [Washington](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/washington/): The Washington divorce and family law attorneys at the Law Offices of Shana Thompson have over ten years of combined experience. - [King County](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/washington/king-county/): Divorce and other family law matters are stressful. Find help with King County attorneys at the Law Office of Shana Thompson in Seattle. - [Shoreline](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/washington/king-county/shoreline/): Shoreline lawyers at the Law Office of Shana Thompson have decades of divorce and family law experience in Washington. - [Seattle](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/washington/king-county/seattle/): Seattle divorce lawyers at the Law Offices of Shana Thompson have decades of combined experience in Washington state divorce and family law. - [Bellevue](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/washington/king-county/bellevue/): Bellevue divorce lawyers at the Law Offices of Shana Thompson have decades of family law experience in the Seattle metro Washington state area. - [Ballard](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/washington/king-county/ballard/): Ballard - [Tacoma](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/washington/tacoma/): Tacoma divorce lawyers at the Law Offices of Shana Thompson can help you with your dissolution or other family law dispute in Pierce County, WA. - [Snohomish County](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/washington/snohomish-county/): Family Law Attorneys in Snohomish County in Everett, WA, represent clients in dissolutions, legal separations, major modifications and paternity actions both before and after paternity has been established. - [Everett](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/washington/snohomish-county/everett/): The attorneys at the Law Office of Shana Thompson have represented clients in divorce and family law matters in Everett and Snohomish County, WA for decades. - [Edmonds](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/washington/snohomish-county/edmonds/): Family law and divorce proceedings can be stressful. Find answers with Edmonds lawyers at the Law Office of Shana Thompson in WA. - [Mediation FAQ](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/mediation-services/mediation-faq/): Divorce lawyer answers all your frequently asked questions (FAQ) regarding mediation or arbitration in Seattle, WA. - [Coercive Control](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/coercive-control/): Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson assists clients accused of coercive control in Seattle, Washington. - [Weapons Surrender Hearing](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/weapons-surrender-hearing/): The Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson assists families in domestic violence matters such as weapons surrender in Seattle, Washington. - [Paternity](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/paternity/): The attorneys at Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson represent fathers and mothers in paternity actions after a child is born to parents who are not legally married. We can help you resolve issues for child support and a parenting plan. - [Father’s Rights](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/paternity/fathers-rights/): Shana Thompson Law is a skilled family law firm in Seattle, WA that preserves father’s rights with effective and legal representation. - [Benefits Of Establishing Paternity](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/paternity/benefits-of-establishing-paternity/): The attorneys at Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson assist families who desire to establish paternity in Seattle, Washington. - [Child Support](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/child-support/): Find a child support attorney in Seattle, Washington, who can explain child support laws and the limitations of online child support calculators when considering the various factors considered by the court. - [Healthcare Costs](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/child-support/healthcare-costs/): Attorney in Seattle, Washington, explains child support obligations to pay for health care costs as part of the child support obligations in King County and the surrounding areas. - [Post-Secondary Education Support](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/child-support/post-secondary-education-support/): Did you know your child can receive child support past the age of 18? This is called post-secondary education support. Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson in Seattle, Washington is skilled at representing clients in child support proceedings. - [Child Custody](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/family-law/child-custody/): The attorneys for child custody cases in Seattle, WA, at Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson can help you establish a parenting plan in Seattle or Kent in King County. Find out how to establish a child support order or deal with custody modifications based on relocation. --- ## Posts - [January is divorce month, according to family attorneys and online analytics](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/blog/january-is-divorce-month-according-to-family-attorneys-and-online-analytics/): January is the most popular month for divorces, according to attorneys and analytics from social media companies. - [Pets are increasingly being added to prenuptial agreements](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/blog/pets-are-increasingly-being-added-to-prenuptial-agreements/): Having a written agreement about the fate of your pet before a potential breakup or divorce can save you from a lot of stress and money. - [Family violence on the rise during coronavirus pandemic](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/blog/family-violence-on-the-rise-during-coronavirus-pandemic/): For many people in abusive relationships self-isolation is risky, however, there are resources. Contact us at the Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson to learn about your options. - [Holiday Visitation & Parenting during COVID-19](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/blog/holiday-visitation-parenting-during-covid-19/): The holidays can be a frustrating time especially with the concerns about COVID-19 and your child’s visitation schedule. - [Divorced Parents Battle in Court Over the COVID-19 Vaccine](https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/blog/divorced-parents-battle-in-court-over-the-covid-19-vaccine/): Families are filing for legal action over whether their kids should have the COVID-19 vaccine or not. Learn more about the phenomenon in the article by a Seattle family lawyer. --- # # Detailed Content ## Pages - Published: 2023-12-07 - Modified: 2023-12-07 - URL: https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/attorneys/lindsay-briese/ Lindsay Briese Lindsay is a hardworking advocate who has a passion for working with families, children, and cases involving domestic violence. Due to her experience working with foster youth and individuals facing housing insecurity, Lindsay brings a unique and compassionate perspective to the legal field. Lindsay graduated with honors from Seattle University School of Law in 2023 and has focused her legal experience on family law. Lindsay is committed to representing her clients through both amicable and contested matters involving divorce, property division, spousal and child support, parenting, minor guardianship, and civil protection orders. --- > At Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson, we understand how important your concerns are. We make it a priority to provide timely communication and will contact you as soon as possible. - Published: 2023-07-05 - Modified: 2023-07-05 - URL: https://www.shanathompsonlaw.com/thank-you/ At Law Offices of Shana E. Thompson, we understand how important your concerns are. 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