# Spokane Divorce and Family Law Attorneys ## WELCOME TO HODGSON LAW OFFICE Spokane Divorce and Family Law Attorneys Hodgson Law Office has represented Spokane families in divorce, parenting plans, and family law disputes for more than 20 years. Talk to an attorney who knows the Spokane County Superior Court: its judges, its procedures, courthouse staff, and what it takes to protect your rights and your family. [Schedule a Consultation](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/contact-us) The Best Attorney I Have Ever Worked With Michael McKay In person, Mr. Hodgson is like Mr. Rogers: caring and kind. In the courtroom, he is like John Wayne. In my 40 years as a small business owner, he's **the best attorney I have ever worked with**! [Read Other Reviews](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/testimonials) ## about us A Premier Spokane Divorce and Family Law Firm family and divorce lawyer Hodgson Law Office is a Spokane [family law firm](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/family-law) focused on [divorce](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/divorce), parenting plans, child custody and support, property division, spousal maintenance, and protection orders. Founded in 2003 by [Mark D. Hodgson](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/our-team/mark-d-hodgson) and now with an [experienced team of attorneys and staff](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/our-team), we have practiced exclusively in family law for over two decades. Family law in Washington is a distinct practice area, separate from personal injury, criminal defense, or general civil litigation. The cases turn on the people you love most: children, spouses, and family finances. The stakes are emotional as well as legal. Our attorneys appear in Spokane County Superior Court every week and bring the focus, judgment, and pace those cases deserve. We represent clients in every family law matter Washington families face: contested and [uncontested divorce](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/divorce/uncontested), high-conflict and high net worth cases, [spousal maintenance](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/divorce/spousal-support), [property division](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/divorce/property-divison), military divorce, [child custody](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/family-law/child-custody) and parenting plans, same-sex family law, matters involving unmarried couples, [protection orders](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/family-law/domestic-violence-restraining-order), and mediation. Trial, negotiation, or collaborative: we match the approach to what your situation actually needs. ## Practice Areas Our Divorce Services - Contested Divorce - Uncontested Divorce - High-Conflict Divorce - High Net Worth Divorce - Spousal Maintenance - Property Division - Military Divorce [Get the Divorce Procedure Details in Spokane](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/divorce) ## Practice Areas Our Family Law Services - Child Custody - Child Support - Parenting Plans - Same-Sex Family Law - Unmarried Couples - Protection Orders - Mediation and Alternative Resolution [Get the Family Law Details in Spokane](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/family-law) ## Testimonials Hear from Spokane Families We've Helped [view all Reviews](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/testimonials) ## What To Know Four Things We Make Sure Every Spokane Family Knows Upfront Family law and divorce are all we do. We've practiced them in Spokane County Superior Court for more than 20 years, and that experience means we see the questions you haven't yet thought to ask. Below are four things we make sure every Spokane client understands before we begin. Many clients believe a divorce can be finalized in a month. Washington requires a minimum of 90 days, and the clock starts on the date the petition is served on the other spouse, not the day you decide to file the petition for divorce. We help you start the clock as early as the facts allow. - Washington Has a 90-Day Waiting Period, and It Starts Later Than You Think Washington uses [parenting plans](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/family-law/parenting-plan), not "custody," and the difference matters. A plan specifies residential schedules down to the day, decision-making authority on health and education, and the process for resolving disputes. We design plans you can actually live with for ten years, not just sign at the courthouse. - Parenting Plans Aren't Custody Orders Washington is a community-property state. Income earned during the marriage, including retirement contributions, business growth, and stock options, is generally [divided equitably](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/divorce/property-divison). Assets you brought in often stay separate, but mixing them in a joint account can change that. The earlier we look at your finances, the better we can protect what's yours. - "Community Property" Is Broader Than You Think Temporary orders for parenting time, [child support](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/family-law/child-support), exclusive use of the home, and [protection orders](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/family-law/domestic-violence-restraining-order) are decided in the first weeks after filing. The status quo set in those early weeks often becomes the long-term baseline. Move fast, and move intentionally. Have a question we didn't cover? Our Divorce FAQ answers the questions Spokane clients ask most often. - The First 30 Days Shape the Rest of the Case ## Supporting You Through Life's Many Changes - Trust Hodgson Law Office's Spokane divorce and family law attorneys to provide the guidance you need during difficult times. [Schedule a Consultation](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/contact-us) lawyer family and divorce divorce family lawyer divorce and family law attorney ## why us Why Choose Hodgson Law Office? - Start with a Consultation - Every case begins with a 30-minute consultation for $300, where we learn about your situation and walk you through your options. - Get a Strategy Built Around You - No two family law cases are alike. We tailor our approach to your circumstances, your goals, and the specific judges and procedures of the Spokane County Superior Court. - Stay Informed Every Step - We return calls promptly and update you on the status of your case without you having to chase us. - Battle-Tested Advocacy - More than 20 years of family law experience and a team of attorneys with decades of combined practice in Spokane County. ## our team Meet Our Attorneys Our skilled divorce and family law attorneys have decades of combined experience litigating complex cases in Spokane County Court — experience you can count on during trying times. Trust us to protect your rights and interests. [our team](https://hodgsonlawoffices.com/our-team) ## Areas We Serve Visit Our Spokane Office Hodgson Law Office is based at 1321 W. Broadway in downtown Spokane. Because every divorce and family law matter for Spokane-area residents is heard in Spokane County Superior Court, we represent clients from anywhere in Spokane County, including Spokane Valley, Liberty Lake, Cheney, Airway Heights, Mead, Deer Park, Medical Lake, Otis Orchards, and Newman Lake. If your case will be filed in Spokane County, we can represent you regardless of which community within the county you call home. - Hodgson Law Office - 1321 W. Broadway, Spokane, WA 99201 - Phone: - (509) 327-1415 - tel:+15093271415 - Office Hours: - Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ## Schedule a Consultation Today Take the first step toward resolving your family law matter. Contact Hodgson Law Office at [(509) 327-1415](tel:+15093271415) or fill out our contact form to schedule a 30-minute consultation for $300 with one of our experienced attorneys. Thank you! Your message has been submitted Oops! 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