Navigating a divorce can be challenging, especially because divorce tends to be an emotional process. If you are filing for divorce from your spouse, then it is critical to consult with an experienced Virginia divorce attorney. An attorney can defend…
Divorces can be a complicated and emotionally-charged situation for everyone involved. Disputes frequently arise between spouses regarding child support, spousal support, parenting time, visitation, and more. However, not all divorces are contested. In fact, many divorces are “no-fault” divorces, also…
Engaging with your former spouse following a divorce can be uncomfortable, but effectual communication is critical if you share children. If your children are headed back to school or getting ready to end the school year, it’s crucial to set…
Trying to decide how to divide property during a divorce proceeding can be complicated for several reasons. For example, suppose a few years into the marriage, you personally inherited a vacation home from a family member who passed away. Now,…
One of the most challenging aspects of divorce proceedings is determining how a couple’s assets, finances, and debts should be divided upon dissolution of the marriage. Virginia is an equitable distribution state, which requires courts to divide and distribute marital…
In Virginia, the courts are required to divide marital property in a way that is equitable and fair to both parties. Not all property is subject to division and distribution, however. Separate property, which typically consists of property owned by…
It is never easy to make the decision to end your marriage, but there is something cathartic about initiating a Virginia divorce case and moving through the process promptly so you can get started on a new life. Unfortunately, if…
The COVID-19 pandemic has had unprecedented impacts on all aspects of life for millions of Americans, so it stands to reason that many issues will also touch upon personal and family matters. For co-parents raising a child in the midst…
Like most parents, you will likely have grave concerns about how to address the needs of children if you test positive for COVID-19, suffer from the symptoms, or become seriously ill from the disease. However, you face an additional set…
As COVID-19 (the novel coronavirus) continues to run rampant across the U.S. (and the globe), couples have suddenly found themselves spending much more time together while confined in close quarters. While for some this time is bringing them closer, for…
