Entering into a child custody battle can create tumultuous emotions between co-parents. Losing custody of your child is devastating and is often a cause of concern for parents in this situation. You want to protect your parental rights, and you are scared that the custody arrangements may grant your ex-spouse sole custody, legal or physical. …
Your marriage can end for any number of reasons. However, when one spouse is in the military, there is a higher probability of divorce, and deployment increases that likelihood. Tensions can and almost always do run high with a divorce. You likely go through many different distracting emotions that take your attention away from the …
For people under thirty, the military consistently ranks as one of the top ten jobs with the highest divorce rate. Military families face additional challenges beyond the usual family law disputes in a divorce case. Deployment can delay a military divorce case, navigating benefits and dividing a military pension can be tricky legal matters. If …
In a 2013 study by the Rand Corporation, researchers found a direct correlation between the length of deployment and divorce rates for military service members, with 97 percent of those divorces occurring after a return from deployment. Divorce is hard enough on everyone involved, from the division of marital property to child custody issues and …
Special Needs Child Custody Lawyers in Virginia Caring for a special needs child can be difficult, especially when you feel a lack of support from your spouse. Sometimes it can even lead to the dissolution of your marriage. In fact, parents of children with disabilities have a divorce rate as high as 87 percent. Recent estimates …
Whether your case is contested or uncontested, if you, or your spouse, is in the military, it can create unique challenges. From jurisdiction to deployment to child custody determinations, these cases have more moving parts than most. As a result, it is important that any military family facing divorce has the knowledge and insight of …
Military divorces often take longer than civilian divorces because divorce for a military couple has additional rules that don’t apply to civilian couples. The emotional burden for military families can be greater due to difficulties of being located in new duty stations, not having family for support, and deployments.The waiting period to get to the …
Chesterfield County, Virginia is no stranger to custody cases. Hundreds of child custody cases are filed in the Chesterfield County courts every year. These can be stand-alone custody and visitation cases, or they might be part of a divorce proceeding. Divorce is already a stressful time in your life for many reasons, but adding custody …
When it comes to your children, you need a child custody attorney who understands your needs and is knowledgeable in all legal aspects of child custody cases in Virginia. During a divorce, child custody becomes a primary issue and can be stressful and difficult for all involved. Depending upon the circumstances of your case, child …
The Virginia Beach and Hampton Roads region – home to some of the largest and most vibrant communities in the state – sees its fair share of complex family law matters, especially when it comes to child custody. Divorce alone is a deeply emotional experience. Adding the sensitive issues of child custody and visitation can …
You know the process of losing or gaining custody of your children can be overwhelming and emotionally charged. You want the best outcome for your child but may be unsure how to prove this to the court or what criteria the judge is using when evaluating your case. Fortunately, an experienced custody lawyer in Norfolk …
Helping You Protect What Matters Most At Melone Hatley, P.C., we understand that family law issues aren’t just legal problems. They are personal ones. Whether you’re facing a divorce, custody dispute, or trying to safeguard your assets for the future, your case is about more than courtrooms and paperwork. It’s about your family and your …
Experienced. Compassionate. On Your Side. At Melone Hatley, P.C., our team of Richmond family lawyers offers a full range of family law services across the Greater Richmond area. Whether your case is relatively straightforward or high conflict, we provide skilled legal guidance at every stage of the process. Divorce There is little more emotionally and …
Family law matters are some of the most personal legal challenges you will ever face. From your financial stability and living situation to your children’s future, everything that matters most is on the line. Whether you are preparing for divorce, working through a custody dispute, or laying the foundation for your future, having the right …
Types of Family Law Legal Issues in Virginia Family law covers a wide variety of legal issues you may face related to marriage and divorce. Our team in Loudoun County includes: Prenuptial agreement Lawyers Loudon County Divorce Lawyers Loudoun County Divorce Modification Lawyers Loudoun County Divorce With Special Needs Children Lawyers Loudoun County Military Divorce …
At Melone Hatley, P.C., our Fairfax family lawyers are here to listen and support you through your family law matters. From understanding your concerns to filing accurate paperwork, we’ll be with you every step of the way. Handling a family law case on your own is challenging, and any missteps might affect your loved ones. …
Family Law Cases We Handle At our firm, we take on all types of family law cases. Our team serving Chesapeake is comprised of the following legal professionals: Chesapeake Prenuptial Agreement Lawyers Chesapeake Divorce Lawyers Chesapeake Divorce Modification Lawyers Chesapeake Divorce With Special Needs Children Lawyers Chesapeake Military Divorce Lawyers Chesapeake Child Custody Lawyers Chesapeake …
What is Equitable Distribution During Property Division? Equitable distribution is a legal claim for property division where a spouse can ask the court to divide assets and debts acquired during the marriage between both spouses. Equitable distribution can be fixed by court order or through a private agreement between the spouses, such as a separation …