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Most couples think their estate plan is perfectly simple:

“If I die, everything goes to my spouse. When they die, it goes to the kids.”

But in Washington estate planning, that simplicity can quietly become expensive.

This is the “I Love You Will” — and while it works emotionally, it often fails strategically. To learn more about why, read Lasher attorney, Russell Chiang’s, latest post: https://www.lasher.com/the-i-love-you-will-trap-how-washington-estate-tax-can-cost-families-thousands/.

Please join us in welcoming Kathy Reif to Lasher!

Kathy joins the firm’s Employment Law & Litigation Practice, bringing more than a decade of experience advising public employers and handling complex workplace disputes.

Her background in federal agencies, labor relations, administrative law, and employment litigation allows her to provide clients with practical, strategic guidance on workplace investigations, disciplinary matters, policy compliance, and dispute resolution.

We’re excited to have Kathy on the team and look forward to the experience and perspective she brings to our clients and colleagues alike.

Collaborative Divorce isn’t “soft.” It requires strength — from spouses willing to sit down together and from attorneys committed to problem-solving over posturing.

In her latest blog, Lasher Family Law attorney, Christina Smith, shares key takeaways from the Collaborative process:

✔️ Treat opposing parties and counsel with respect
✔️ Share the work to reduce cost and increase efficiency
✔️ Focus on shared goals
✔️ Reduce conflict to improve post-divorce relationships

Not every case is Collaborative — but many benefit from its mindset.

If you’re considering a Collaborative Divorce, our Family Law team includes attorneys trained in the process.

Read more at: https://lnkd.in/gDJhP5Pa

What happens to your retirement accounts in a Washington divorce? They’re not just split—they’re handled differently depending on the account.

Bottom line: dividing retirement assets isn’t as simple as 50/50—and mistakes can be costly.

Read more at Lasher Family Law principal, Will Reingold's latest post: https://lnkd.in/gmzk7jbp