Divorce is a state matter, which means you cannot receive legal representation through the military. If you have property or children, a Washington state divorce lawyer who is very familiar with family law in Washington state but also has experience handling military divorces. For example, although benefits and retirement plans are often divided in civilian divorces, you will want an attorney who understands those specific to the military such as the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). As mentioned, you can find much more details about the cost of divorce on our page about divorce in Washington state.