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Should i take assets and forgo spousal maintenance after a 25 yr marriage, a homemaker the whole time

Your rights, and his, concerning the property and spousal maintenance depend on which state your case is filed in. Keep in mind that in a community property state, such as Washington, the starting point when considering how to distribute the assets and liabilities is 50% to each spouse. And, if spousal maintenance is needed, it can be awarded in addition to the distributed assets. Sometimes, a disproportionate distribution of assets is granted in lieu of spousal maintenance. When...

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Child Support beyond age 18

You need to try to modify the child support again. If nothing else, the base child support amounts increase when a child reaches the age of 12. You may be able to have the father's income imputed based on what he has earned over the past years or on the table of imputed incomes. You have the right to ask that support not be terminated until your son is able to support himself. You are wise to seek legal representation, as you will need to show the court proof of your son's "disability"...

Inheritance, Divorce and Community Property

The courts look at ALL property, both separate and community, when determining the distribution of assets and liabilities. You should meet with an attorney soon regarding your potential inheritance. You also have the option of entering a written agreement with your spouse identifying any inheritance as separate property and that neither of you will claim interest in inheritance received by the other.