Seattle is home to one of the nation’s leading technology and innovation hubs, with thriving software, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, aerospace, and life sciences industries. Many founders, entrepreneurs, and early-stage employees receive startup equity as part of their compensation or ownership. While these assets can represent substantial long-term wealth, they often present unique challenges during divorce...
Christopher Pitts
Washington’s economy is driven by industries such as technology, aerospace, manufacturing, maritime, agriculture, and professional services. Many business owners operate closely held companies, professional practices, partnerships, LLCs, and fast-growing startups. If you own a business and are going through a divorce, protecting what you’ve built is likely one of your highest priorities. You may be...
Stock options and restricted stock units (RSUs) have become an increasingly valuable part of compensation for many professionals throughout Washington, particularly within the Seattle-Bellevue technology corridor. Companies ranging from established employers such as Amazon, Microsoft, and Google to emerging startups often award stock options and RSUs to executives, software engineers, managers, and other key employees....
Seattle-based family law firm S.L. Pitts PC celebrated its 25th anniversary this month. Founded by Stella L. Pitts, the firm has represented numerous clients in complex family law cases, including high-asset divorces, international divorces, and family law disputes involving founders and tech professionals. Over the years, S.L. Pitts PC has received recognition as a strong...
Child support can be an incredibly stressful and contentious process. However, the bottom line is that your child deserves the financial benefits they would enjoy from both parents had they stayed together. While this is not possible to replicate entirely when the combined income is now supporting two households, they deserve your best efforts. Learn...
If you are considering a prenuptial or postnuptial agreement, you may be holding back for fear of the cost. While it can be expensive, the cost often rises in proportion to the assets you have to protect, arguably making it more important to do so. In this situation, many people ask: “how much does a...
Many people delay or avoid divorce because they fear the cost. However, this is rarely the safest or healthiest decision, and money should not stop you from prioritizing your happiness and wellbeing or that of your children. In this situation, many people ask: “how much is a divorce in WA state”? While it is true...
Our Seattle family law firm recently attended an event supporting Family Law CASA at the Seattle Yacht Club. Court appointed special advocates, or CASAs, are volunteers who advocate for children during high conflict legal actions. Family Law CASA endeavors to enhance the well-being of children from lower income families who are caught up in high-conflict and high-risk...