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One of the first steps after deciding to end your marriage is breaking the news of divorce to your spouse. It can be an uncomfortable process, and the situation can become confrontational and highly emotional if you mishandle it. Yet, there are strategies that you can...
If you’re not careful, your divorce could negatively impact your financial positioning for a long time to come. Failing to advocate for your fair share of the marital estate can leave you without the resources needed to secure the kind of housing you want...
Spousal support is one of the most painful issues in many Virginia divorces. Most judges will make certain that this issue has been resolved before signing the final order granting the marital dissolution. In most cases, the judge’s order will resolve the issue for an...
When Viriginia residents are getting ready for a divorce, they are probably thinking of one overriding theme: protection. They want to protect what they can throughout the legal process, whether it is protecting their children or protecting their assets, for example....
In many cases, the family home is a western Virginia couple’s most valuable asset. This means it takes a big role in the property division process if the couple decides to divorce. Particularly if the couple has lived in the home for quite a while or has raised their...
The Virginia legislature passed a statute in 1985 that explicitly states the formalities for the enforcement of premarital agreements. Unfortunately, some premarital agreements don’t work out as the parties anticipated, and the aforementioned statute lists the reasons...
You might be emotionally ready for a divorce, but not financially ready. This is a common fear of many divorcing Virgnia couples, since divorce involves the splitting of your marital property and adjusting to living on one income. The fear of losing financial...
Most Virginia divorces are resolved out of court, either through mediation or some other form of negotiation. This means the parties go back and forth until they reach an agreement on issues such as property division, alimony and child custody. Once the parties come...
If you are a divorced or separated parent in Virginia, you may wonder how to communicate effectively with your co-parent. Communication is essential for successful co-parenting, as it helps you avoid conflicts, coordinate schedules, share information and support your...
One of the most difficult issues to resolve in a divorce is the value of the family home. For many couples, the family home is their most valuable asset. Dividing, or even just valuing the home can stir emotional reactions that often prevent a couple from reaching an...