Navigating child custody in Virginia can be challenging, especially when the soon-to-be ex-spouses are fighting. As such, one question that often arises is whether being amicable with your ex-spouse can influence the outcome. The short answer is likely, yes. How you...
Going through a divorce is hard for everyone, but it can be particularly challenging for high-asset individuals. This becomes especially true when it comes to spousal support, also known as alimony. In Virginia, while the principles guiding spousal support remain...
In a traditional divorce where the largest asset is the family home and neither spouse is high net worth, the only experts filers usually need is their attorneys. However, navigating a high-asset divorce in Virginia often requires much more expertise because of the...
Protective orders do more than keep abuse survivors safe – they can also make a big difference in fault-based divorce cases. If you're planning to end your marriage, here’s how these orders can affect your case: Protective orders as evidence In a fault-based divorce,...
Many Virginia couples start a marriage with little in the way of assets. As time goes on, assets generally start to accumulate with increases in income and career growth. This means that if you decide to divorce, you might find you have a high-asset divorce. This is...
Vacation homes and real estate properties often hold a special place in a couple's heart. They represent years of memories and significant financial investment. So, when a marriage dissolves, deciding who retains these assets can be one of the most contentious issues....
Some parents are thus driven to “win” their custody case, oftentimes at the expense of their child’s wellbeing. This is one reason why parental alienation has become so common. In cases involving parental alienation, one parent manipulates the child to drive a wedge...
Divorce is an emotionally taxing process that can deal a harsh blow on you, your former spouse and your children. Each step can have complications, including your finances. During property division, a judge can help you determine what assets go to you and your former...
Divorce brings many changes. This is especially true regarding shared assets like the pre-divorce family homes and shared vehicles. A common question is whether co-parenting can make joint ownership of these large-ticket items a practical solution post-divorce,...
When a marriage ends, the financial landscape can shift dramatically for both spouses. For the spouse who has been the primary breadwinner, spousal support can mean a significant reduction in their income. This can potentially alter their lifestyle and financial...