There are many financial issues that spouses need to address when they divorce. The focus is often on the division of property and the need for financial support. However, debt can also be an important consideration during divorce. Couples may have a variety of...
Compared to other states, Virginia has relatively few laws about what parents involved in a divorce or other custody proceeding need to do if they wish to move. Virginia law requires a parent to notify the court and the other parent of any change in address at least...
Just like it has been said that there is no easy way to break somebody’s heart, telling your children that you and your spouse are divorcing is also no easy feat. Protecting your children at all costs must still take utmost priority, regardless of your reason for...
With any divorce, there are fundamental concerns that most will face regardless of their age, income and future goals. Still, it can be useful to look at the statistics to determine which demographics are seeing a spike in divorce in the current climate. A recent...
Prenuptial agreements have come back in vogue lately, and many couples are looking to enter them now, but they are entered prior to the marriage. This agreement becomes effective upon marriage and is primarily designed to protect each party’s financial interests in...
In the intricate maze of high-asset divorce proceedings, social media is a potent force, capable of both shedding light on financial matters and distorting realities. Virginia’s legal framework is characterized by equitable distribution principles and demands careful...
It can be hard for parents in Virginia who are going through a child custody dispute to divorce emotions from the legal issues that need to be addressed. This is totally understandable, since child custody obviously deals with one of the most important aspects of a...
Surviving your divorce was a milestone. Successfully coparenting with your ex-spouse is another milestone. However, what if your circumstances have changed and you need to modify the original child custody order? Modifying a child custody order in Virginia is a...
In many households, one spouse works outside of the home to earn an income, while the other spouse focuses on taking care of the household. Even if both spouses are earning an income, one spouse may be earning significantly more than the other. Because of this income...
Dividing property in a high asset Virginia divorce can become an extremely contentious issue. Not only to the two spouses see each asset as a source of important income, but each may attach significant emotional value to each asset. An understanding of the basic rules...