A virtual workshop about divorce in Washington

Founded in 2021, the Washington Divorce Workshop is an educational workshop for individuals seeking quality and professional information about divorce in Washington state. Held monthly over Zoom, each workshop features a family law attorney, financial professional, and divorce coach. Each professional gives a 25- to 45-minute slide presentation.

Join us from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM on the second Saturday of most months and learn from seasoned professionals with decades of experience helping Washington families navigate the separation and divorce process with positive outcomes.

Since 2025, all of our presenters are Collaborative Divorce professionals, which means they are committed to helping families resolve conflict out of court and find creative, win-win solutions. You can learn more about our 2026 presenters here, and learn more about Collaborative Divorce here.

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  • "What a terrific presentation to get the overall view from people with whom I would feel very comfortable. My sincere appreciation to all of you for your time and effort."

  • "The Workshop was so well done - thank you to all the speakers. They were all so professional, informative, and kind."

  • "Wow! That was amazing! Thank you for providing this amazing service to our community!!"

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the next workshop?

  • The next workshop will be held on September 12, 2026.

  • 2026 workshops will be held on:

    1. January 17 (*Note: This is the third Saturday)

    2. February 14

    3. March 21 (*Note: This is the third Saturday)

    4. April 11

    5. May 9

    6. June 13

    7. September 12

    8. October 10

    9. November 14

    10. December 12

How do I sign up and how much does it cost?

  • Click here to quickly and easily register for our next workshop.

  • Registration closes at 9:15 AM on the day of the workshop.

  • The workshop costs $45 to attend. A reduced rate is available for individuals experiencing a financial hardship. Please use the contact button below to inquire about registering for the workshop at a reduced or waived rate.

  • Professionals who want to better support clients through divorce are welcome to attend at no cost. The workshop offers clear, Washington‑specific information you can use to strengthen your work with clients.

What will I learn about?

  • The following is a non-exhaustive list of the topics covered:

    1. Divorce process options.

    2. How long does it take to get divorced.

    3. What it means to live in a community property state.

    4. An overview of different decisions that must be made in divorce including the division of property, spousal support, the parenting plan, and child support.

    5. Finding an attorney that is good fit for you and your situation.

  • The following is a non-exhaustive list of the topics covered:

    1. Eight common financial mistakes in divorce and how to avoid them.

    2. Common ways to value real estate in a divorce.

    3. How filing taxes works as a divorcing couple.

    4. Dealing with RSUs and stock options in divorce.

    5. Social Security and divorce.

    6. Smart things that you can do today to prepare for your divorce.

    7. Financial tasks to complete after your divorce is final.

  • The following is a non-exhaustive list of the topics covered:

    1. Types of therapy to consider when divorce is on your mind.

    2. Understanding the divorce process and your well being.

    3. How to help yourself through this difficult process.

    4. Rebuilding and self-discovery after divorce.

    5. How to take care of yourself.

    6. Helping your children.

  • The workshop is designed to be interactive. Opportunities for Q&A are scheduled throughout the webinar.

  • The workshop is for anyone who wants to know more about the legal, financial, or emotional aspects of divorce in Washington state. Our attendees include:

    1. Individuals considering whether divorce or separation is right for them.

    2. Individuals currently in the divorce or separation process.

    3. Friends and family members who want to know more about divorce so that they can better support a loved one.

  • No, this workshop will not teach you how complete the court paperwork. The intent of the workshop is to provide information relevant to all Washingtonians, regardless of county. For this reason, our legal presenter is unable to provide county-specific information about the court paperwork and administrative process.

    If you are trying to complete your divorce court paperwork without the use of an attorney, your county may offer free services to assist.

    Link to King County Family Court Facilitator.

    Link to Snohomish County Courthouse Facilitator Program.

  • No. While many of the topics discussed will likely apply to your unique situation, the attorney presenter is unable to provide legal advice that is specific to you.

  • No. The intent of this workshop is provide non-biased and accurate information about divorce. Our hope is that our attendees leave the workshop with a greater understanding of how divorce may or may not be a good fit for their own family and unique circumstances.

  • We have had several individuals attend the workshop more than once. No two workshops are exactly the same. Though the slide presentations are generally the same each month, each month features different speakers and we find that each speaker has their own unique take on the material. In addition, the discussions with and among the attendees varies each month.

  • The Washington Divorce Workshop is an educational workshop. Our focus is delivering high-quality, non-biased information about divorce in Washington. This workshop is a good fit for individuals wanting to learn more about the legal, financial, and emotional considerations of divorce so that they can make better informed decisions for themselves and their family.

    Since 2025, all our presenters are Collaboratively-trained divorce professionals, which means they have received extensive training in mediation, alternative dispute resolution, and interest based negotiation. Collaborative professionals support families who are committed to staying out of court and working to find creative, win-win solutions.

  • To protect the anonymity of the attendees, we do not record the workshops. However, we cannot guarantee that someone attending isn’t recording on their own device. Additionally, until you have a signed agreement with a professional, nothing shared during the workshop is protected by client-professional confidentiality. With that in mind, we encourage attendees to keep their questions general and to avoid sharing any identifying details about their personal situation. 

How do I attend?

  • The workshop is held virtually over Zoom. Our attendees appreciate the convenience and anonymity of Zoom.

  • No. It is totally up to you whether to turn on your webcam. While we generally find attendees to be more interactive and engaged when their webcams are turned on, we encourage you to participate however you feel most comfortable.

  • No. You are welcome to use your real name or a different name.

Who are the presenters?

Our presenters include professionals in the fields of family law, personal finance, and divorce coaching.

Since 2025, all our presenters are Collaboratively-trained divorce professionals, which means they have received extensive training in mediation, alternative dispute resolution, and interest-based negotiation. Collaborative professionals are committed to helping families resolve their conflicts out of court and find creative, win-win solutions. Learn more about Collaborative Divorce here.

We would be unable to offer this workshop without the generosity of our presenters, who donate their time each month to present.