Sometimes, it can seem like you no longer recognize the spouse with whom you created a life and built a family. The person whom you once loved and trusted appears to have morphed into an angry, vindictive creature you no longer know. Divorce can bring out the worst in...
In some cases, it seems like wealth prevents divorce. After all, some couples get divorced because of ongoing financial stress. But that may simply be because they are living paycheck to paycheck, so they are experiencing a lot of financial stress on a regular basis....
Divorce is often associated with financial stress, but when money isn’t a problem, it doesn’t always lead to a smoother separation. In fact, financial comfort can sometimes mask deeper issues that emerge once a couple decides to part ways. High-asset divorces come...
Dividing property can be one of the most complicated steps in a divorce. Emotions often run high and both parties may feel strongly about keeping specific assets. Knowing and understanding what to expect before you begin can help avoid unnecessary disputes and delays....
If you are facing a high-asset Virginia divorce, it is important to get full value for each marital asset you have. That applies to your share of the assets that are indivisible in divorce. One example of this is the country club membership. This is usually a...
Summer may have just begun, but for co-parents, this is the perfect time to start thinking about the holidays. While it might feel too early to discuss Thanksgiving or December celebrations, early planning can make the winter holiday season smoother for...
Going through a divorce is a challenging journey, but it becomes even more complex if you’re married to someone who has narcissistic tendencies. These individuals can’t think of anyone beside themselves, and they often live in a land of altered reality. If this...
After talking about divorce, you and your spouse should discuss your living arrangement. Where should you live during the divorce? You want to live in a place that supports your overall well-being, seeing that you are going through a challenging time. Here are three...
If you are a divorcing parent, you might have heard the term “the child’s best interests.” A court would consider this when weighing up options related to custody and parenting. You and your soon-to-be ex-spouse also need to remember the phrase when you move from...
Have you supported your spouse's business, putting your own aspirations on hold? If so, you might wonder how Virginia courts view these contributions if you divorce. Understanding how the law treats sacrifices made for a spouse's business success is essential to...