Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Spokane Divorce & Family Law Attorney
Hodgson Law Office is a premier Spokane-based family law firm dedicated to providing comprehensive legal support for individuals navigating divorce and family law matters. With over two decades of experience, our attorneys combine deep legal expertise with compassionate advocacy to protect clients' rights and interests. We specialize in contested and uncontested divorces, child custody, spousal support, property division, and military divorce cases, offering tailored strategies that prioritize clients' unique needs.Our team is committed to transparent communication, ethical representation, and achieving equitable outcomes through negotiation or litigation. Recognized by the Spokane County Bar Association, we serve clients across Spokane, Stevens, Lincoln, and Adams Counties with personalized legal solutions.
Services
Contested Divorce
Uncontested Divorce
Spousal Support
Child Custody
Property Division
Military Divorce
Prenuptial Agreements
Protection Orders
Adoptions
Parenting Plans
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of specialized family law experience
- We provide free initial consultations and transparent case assessments
- Our attorneys adapt strategies from aggressive litigation to cooperative negotiation
- We prioritize clear communication and client education throughout legal processes
- Our team maintains deep local knowledge of Spokane County legal systems
What people say
WONDERFUL in my hearing
Nonjudgmental approach
Answered questions promptly
Prioritized children's best interests
Experienced with military divorces
Services
Contested Divorce Representation
Our attorneys handle complex contested divorces involving disputes over child custody, property division, and spousal support. We provide aggressive courtroom advocacy while maintaining strategic negotiation opportunities. With deep knowledge of Washington family law, we protect clients' rights through comprehensive discovery, evidence presentation, and trial preparation. Our approach balances legal expertise with sensitivity to clients' emotional needs during contentious proceedings.
Uncontested Divorce Assistance
We guide couples through cooperative divorce processes with minimal conflict. Our attorneys ensure proper documentation of agreements regarding asset division, child custody, and support arrangements. This streamlined approach reduces costs and emotional stress while maintaining legal protections for both parties through thorough settlement agreements and court submissions.
Child Custody Advocacy
Our firm specializes in creating custody arrangements that prioritize children's best interests. We handle complex cases involving relocation, third-party custody, and high-conflict parenting disputes. Services include custody evaluations, visitation schedule development, and enforcement modifications while maintaining focus on children's emotional and financial well-being throughout legal proceedings.
Military Divorce Services
We address unique challenges in military divorces, including division of retirement benefits, jurisdictional issues, and custody arrangements affected by deployments. Our attorneys understand federal protections under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act and provide tailored solutions for active-duty personnel and military spouses navigating divorce proceedings.
Spousal Support Negotiation
Our attorneys handle all aspects of spousal support cases, from initial determinations to modifications and enforcement. We analyze financial circumstances, employment potential, and lifestyle factors to develop support proposals. Services include temporary support arrangements during proceedings and long-term solutions that adapt to changing life circumstances through court-approved modifications.
People
Mark D. Hodgson
Founding Attorney
With over 20 years of family law experience, Mark D. Hodgson specializes in complex divorce cases and child custody matters. He combines courtroom expertise with compassionate client support, maintaining active membership in the Spokane County Bar Association while developing innovative legal strategies for high-conflict cases.
Raini Armentino
Attorney
Raini Armentino focuses on property division and spousal support cases, bringing analytical precision to asset valuation and financial negotiations. She assists clients in protecting separate property rights while ensuring equitable distribution of marital assets through thorough documentation and court presentations.
Carolann Eichholz
Legal Assistant
Carolann Eichholz provides critical case management support with 15 years of experience in family law documentation. She coordinates client communications, prepares legal filings, and maintains case organization to ensure smooth proceedings from initial consultation through final decrees.
Questions
What factors determine spousal support in Washington State?
Washington courts consider both parties' financial resources, standard of living during marriage, length of marriage, and each spouse's earning capacity when determining spousal support.
How are assets divided in a Washington divorce?
Washington follows community property principles, dividing marital assets equitably while separate property (acquired before marriage or through inheritance) typically remains with the original owner.
Can military pensions be divided during divorce?
Yes, military retirement pay can be divided if the marriage overlapped with at least 10 years of military service, though disability pay remains exempt from division.
What constitutes a contested divorce in Spokane?
A contested divorce occurs when spouses disagree on key issues like child custody, property division, or spousal support, requiring court intervention to resolve disputes.
How long does an uncontested divorce take in Washington?
Uncontested divorces in Washington typically take at least 90 days, with simpler cases concluding within 3-4 months when both parties cooperate.
