Empowering Women 2024
Roop Xanttopolous Babounakis & Klam PLLC is proud to be selected by Virginia Lawyers Weekly as a law firm committed to supporting and levating women in the legal industry. Since RXBK was founded in 2009, the founding partner, David Roop,…
Avoiding Five Common Mistakes of a High Net Worth Divorce
Divorce is never easy, but the complexities multiply quickly when significant assets are on the line. The intricacies of a high net worth divorce are not something anyone should face uninformed. Here are five missteps that could cost you dearly.…
Can a Prenup Be Modified in Virginia?
Countless Virginia couples have secured their future through prenuptial agreements. However, as time passes and situations change, you may wonder if you can modify those once iron-clad documents to suit your current reality. What Makes a Virginia Prenup Valid? According…
What Is in a Typical Estate Plan?
The words “estate planning” might conjure images of grand manors, vast wealth, or complex legal documents. But when you strip away the misconceptions, you’ll find that estate planning is about love, responsibility, and foresight. It’s a proactive approach to secure…
Modifying Child Custody Orders in Virginia
Few things matter more than ensuring our children’s well-being. But what happens when circumstances shift, and the existing custody arrangement becomes unsuitable? What Does Virginia Law Say About Child Custody? The critical thing to remember about all child custody disputes…
What Is Temporary Spousal Support in Virginia, and How Is It Calculated?
The end of a marriage doesn’t just signify a change in emotional ties. It’s often accompanied by significant financial shifts that demand immediate attention. Temporary spousal support is a mechanism within Virginia law that addresses these financial needs. But what…
What Is a Collaborative Divorce? What Are the Advantages?
In Virginia, divorcing spouses must come to an agreement on issues such as property division, child support, child custody, visitation rights, and spousal support (alimony). If couples cannot agree on the terms of the divorce, then a court will have…
How Is My Husband’s Business or My Wife’s Business Valued as Part of the Divorce?
In the Commonwealth of Virginia, businesses can be considered marital property whether they were started before or during the marriage. In other cases, a company may comprise marital, hybrid and separate property. Courts in Virginia have the authority to divide…
Do I Still Owe Child Support if I’ve Lost My Job?
Losing a job can be an unexpected and stressful experience. It can be even more frustrating if you are obligated to make monthly child support payments and have just lost your primary source of income. If you lost your job…