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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
If you are a victim of domestic violence, you have a right to pursue a protective order in Virginia, also known as a restraining order. A protective order is issued by a court to protect you from the person who is abusing, harassing or threatening you. The order may...
Spousal support is meant to provide financial assistance to the lesser-earning spouse and can be temporary or permanent. When deciding whether to award spousal support, how much it should be, and how long the order should last, a court must review numerous factors....
If you and your spouse decide to divorce, it can be difficult, but you also likely expect that they will honestly disclose their assets so they can be divided between both of you. A hidden asset is one your spouse intentionally conceals or does not disclose during the...
