In many households, one spouse works outside of the home to earn an income, while the other spouse focuses on taking care of the household. Even if both spouses are earning an income, one spouse may be earning significantly more than the other. Because of this income...
Family Law
Property division in a high asset Virginia divorce
Dividing property in a high asset Virginia divorce can become an extremely contentious issue. Not only to the two spouses see each asset as a source of important income, but each may attach significant emotional value to each asset. An understanding of the basic rules...
Using an appraiser in a high asset Virginia divorce
Dividing assets in a Virginia divorce is never easy, but the dividing of assets in a high-asset divorce, that is, a divorce in which either or both spouses own substantial assets, can be especially difficult. If the assets, for example, the family home, have been...
Can dads seek custody of their kids?
When parents go through a divorce, one of their main concerns is how the decision to end their marriage will impact their kids. It can be difficult to accurately predict exactly how your kids will react to your divorce, but you understand that it is important to...
How will a business be split in a Virginia high-asset divorce?
Divorces involving substantial assets, commonly referred to as high-asset divorces, add an extra layer of complexity to an already intricate process. If you are in the midst of a divorce in Alexandria, Virginia, and either you or your spouse own a company or business,...
Will my spouse take my retirement savings when we divorce?
If you have been married for many years, you may have also contributed to a retirement account during that time and accumulated a large nest egg. You may be concerned about losing those assets if you and your spouse divorce. Asset distribution When deciding how to...
What is a material change in circumstances in child custody?
If you’re worried about your child’s safety and well-being, then you might be wondering what you can do to modify your existing child custody order to better protect them. While there are avenues to successfully change a custody arrangement, many people are either too...
Can I still get spousal support if I cheated?
If you are a wealthy stay at home parent who cheated on your sole provider spouse, you may wonder if you can still get spousal support in Virginia. The answer is not simple, because it depends on several factors, such as the grounds for divorce, the circumstances of...
How should you tell your kids about your divorce?
The end of your marriage is going to impact your family in many different ways and for years to come. It is important for your kids that you work to minimize the negative effects that a divorce can have by putting their needs and interests first. While this can be...
Am I able to get a legal separation in Virginia?
The short answer to this question is “no”. In Virginia, people remain married until a court enters a divorce decree. To get a divorce in Virginia, a couple ordinarily must separate for 1 year. There are exceptions to this waiting period. While important, this...