Navigate Law Group

10/10/2026

Litigation team weekend for the win 🙌⚖️

10/05/2026

A lot of Oregon residents assume estate tax is only a problem for the ultra-wealthy. But Oregon’s estate tax exemption has been stuck at $1 million for over twenty years, simple home appreciation and a modest retirement account are often enough to trigger a surprise tax bill for married couples.

The most common mistake is leaving everything directly to a surviving spouse. When that happens, you effectively lose the deceased spouse’s $1 million exemption, which can cost your heirs roughly $100,000 in unnecessary state taxes down the road. Incorporating a Credit Shelter Trust into your estate plan allows you to preserve both exemptions, sheltering up to $2 million from Oregon estate tax while still giving the surviving spouse full access to the income and principal during their lifetime.

We put together a full breakdown covering how these trusts work, the post-death setup steps, and how the math actually plays out. Copy and follow this link to learn more in an article by Navigate attorney, Josi Howard! https://navigatelawgroup.com/how-to-reduce-oregon-estate-tax-for-married-individuals/

09/21/2026

When you’re going through a divorce or custody case, there can be a lot to keep track of: financial records, important dates, questions for your attorney, property, and supporting documents.

That’s where "mise en place" comes in. A French culinary term meaning “everything in its place,” mise en place is the practice of preparing and organizing everything before the pressure of the moment hits. The same approach can help you stay organized and work more efficiently throughout your family law case.

Our attorney, Alyssa M. Lax, walks through four ways to create a more effective system for managing your case In her latest blog. She also includes detailed examples and screenshots showing what an organized case can actually look like, including:

How to structure your digital case folders
How to organize financial records and bank statements
How to create a useful property inventory
How to keep supporting documents easy to find

You don’t need a perfect system. The goal is to create a structure that helps you find what you need, communicate effectively with your legal team, and reduce avoidable delays.

Read the full blog on Navigate Law Group’s website for practical tips, examples, and screenshots! https://navigatelawgroup.com/4-ways-to-organize-your-family-law-case-like-a-pro/.

09/18/2026

During a divorce or separation, children often carry silent worries they don't know how to express. And when they finally ask the big questions, parents are often caught off guard.

How do you answer, "Where am I going to live?" when plans are still up in the air?

How do you respond when a child speaks negatively about your co-parent without taking sides or invalidating their feelings?

How do you reassure them that this isn't their fault?

In a new blog post by our family law attorney Anna M. Vujovic, she shares practical tips and constructive ways to answer these tough questions. The goal is to help you maintain stability, shield your kids from adult conflict, and support their emotional well-being through major transitions.

Tap the link to read the blog and save these practical tips for later: https://navigatelawgroup.com/navigate-difficult-questions-children-ask-during-a-divorce-or-separation/.

09/08/2026

Navigate’s book club this month was an Italian success! 📚🥃🍝

09/08/2026

Great start to the week at the Navigate office! 🥳🎈

08/23/2026

Navigate had a blast catching up with colleagues & hosting Judge Jaime Hawk in support of her campaign for the Washington state Supreme Court! 🧑🏼‍⚖️⚖️🏛️

08/21/2026

Surround yourself with business colleagues who inspire and support you. ✨💼

08/17/2026

Thank you, friends and colleagues! Thanks to your votes, Navigate Law Group was officially recognized as a Best of Clark County finalist for “Best Law Firm.” Making it to this stage is a milestone that belongs to our entire community. Check out our latest blog post to see the full results and read our message of thanks. https://navigatelawgroup.com/best-of-clark-county-2026-finalist/

08/13/2026

Serving notice to a biological parent in a Washington adoption isn't a one-size-fits-all process. The rules shift depending on your situation, whether the parent is fully cooperative, living out of state, incarcerated, or completely out of touch.

In her latest blog post, Washington adoption attorney Chelsie M. Elliott breaks down how to navigate these legal requirements by going over:

How a cooperative parent can help streamline the process and skip formal service.

The strict notice deadlines you must meet for parents living in Washington, out of state, or in jail.

Your legal options when a parent is actively avoiding service or can't be found.

The exact search steps and paper trail courts expect to see before approving alternative service.

Getting service right from the start protects everyone's rights and gives your new family a secure legal foundation.

Want to learn more? Click the link below to read the full article!

Discover how to properly serve a biological parent in a Washington State adoption. Step-by-step guide on personal service, due diligence, and publication.