Resolving Legal Issues With Insight And Integrity
You thought the divorce was final, but now your ex-spouse has moved to another state, and you're left wondering how to enforce the divorce decree. Understanding how Virginia handles these situations helps you feel more in control. Let's explore the key elements of...
Faced with a spouse who refuses to agree to a divorce, you may feel trapped and uncertain about your future. This situation often creates stress and confusion, but Virginia law offers solutions even when spouses disagree about ending their marriage. Knowing your...
When your job requires you to travel frequently outside the country, balancing work and child custody can be challenging. You might worry about maintaining a close relationship with your child and keeping them safe while managing a busy schedule. You might also be...
Divorce rates for couples over 50 have surged in recent decades, even as overall divorce rates decline. This phenomenon, known as gray divorce, brings unique challenges for older couples ending their marriages. You might grapple with complex financial decisions,...
Some people still see a prenuptial agreement, or prenup, as a taboo topic, but it can be a game-changer for couples looking to protect their future. A clear understanding of financial and personal commitments can help avoid costly disputes and emotional turmoil. It's...
In Virginia, the court calculates child support based on both parents’ income at the time of the custody hearing. However, if either parent’s income changes at some point, then the court can modify the child support order to reflect that. In this article, we discuss how to navigate child support modification requests in Virginia. Acceptable Reasons for Child Support Modification…
Mediation is an alternative to litigation or going to Court. It provides parties with an opportunity to identify issues upon which they disagree and gives them the chance to work together to resolve them. The process During mediation, an uninterested third party facilitates communication between divorcing parties in order to reach an agreement. In some cases, parties attend mediation without…
Virginia Divorce Basics To file for divorce in Virginia, an individual must file a complaint for divorce with the circuit court. Once a complaint has been filed, the opposing party is served with divorce papers. If the parties agree on all or most issues, then the divorce can be obtained without holding a trial. In all other cases, however, a…
Divorce can be difficult for everyone involved—especially children. Often, married couples get so focused on the divorce itself that their children become an afterthought. Fortunately, however, there are a number of ways to reduce the impact of divorce on children, including: 1. Mediation – Mediation allows parties to avoid the rigors and stresses of the courtroom. During mediation, parties work…
Although almost everyone who chooses to get married hopes that it will last forever, many marriages, unfortunately, don’t last. In fact, approximately half of all marriages end in divorce. And for those individuals facing divorce, legal representation is imperative. Without an experienced Virginia divorce attorney on your side, it’s quite possible that you’ll end up with the short end of…