Family law matters are some of the most stressful and legally challenging processes you will go through in your lifetime. Navigating marital property division, disputes over custody and visitation issues, or fighting for child or spousal support can leave you feeling overwhelmed and legally vulnerable. When facing a family law challenge, having a trusted legal …
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Few things in life are as emotionally overwhelming as a divorce. Not only are you navigating the end of a relationship, but you are also dissolving a complex legal contract and making decisions that can affect you well into the future. Unfortunately, it is easy to make decisions based on emotional reactions and immediate needs …
Life has its ups and downs, and they will continue well after your divorce. Relocations, job losses, financial and healthcare needs are all just normal parts of life. However, these changes could also impact your ability to comply with the terms of your divorce, such as paying child or spousal support or maintaining custodial responsibility …
If you and your spouse have decided to pursue a no-fault divorce in Virginia, state law requires a mandatory separation period. The length of time you must be separated will depend on whether or not you and your spouse have minor children. If you have minor children, you must fulfill a one-year mandatory separation period. …
One of the most emotional considerations in any divorce is the custody and care of the couple’s children. In Virginia, as in most states, the court system bases custody decisions on the child’s best interests. However, your child’s best interests may mean different things to you and your spouse. If you are navigating a divorce …