When you and your partner decide to part ways, it may feel like the best choice for both of you. But for your child, the transition can feel difficult. During this time, meeting your child’s needs and protecting their well-being becomes especially important. Virginia...
A divorce can take months to resolve, but your children still need a workable custody and parenting schedule in the meantime. Virginia law allows courts to address custody while a divorce is pending, although the availability of a temporary custody hearing can depend...
Preparing for an online divorce hearing means more than logging in on time. In Northern Virginia, a remote court appearance carries the same stakes as an in-person one, so the technology, location and presentation all need the same care. The connection and equipment...
Many Virginia parents believe that sole physical custody is nearly impossible to obtain. It stems from a popular assumption that courts will always favor joint custody. Here is what you need to know to understand how Virginia courts evaluate custody. In the best...
Custody disputes are often emotionally draining and legally complex. The decisions you make during this process may affect the outcome of your case. Understanding common custody mistakes can help you avoid actions that weaken your position when seeking custody or...
A custody dispute can turn routine parenting decisions into sources of intense pressure. Fear of losing time with a child may prompt reactions that weaken an otherwise sound position. If you are going through a divorce and want to protect your relationship with your...
Joint business owners, such as a husband and wife who started a family business together, do need to address their company if they decide to get divorced. Since they both own the company, it is one of the most valuable assets that will need to go through property...
As a married couple, you and your spouse have likely long-planned to retire together. You knew that your spouse was earning retirement benefits through their job. Your goal was to use those benefits to retire after your spouse's career ended. But now you are getting...
Studies over the years have shown that social media is a leading source of evidence presented in divorce cases. So, if you are going through a divorce, it’s important to be extra careful. It’s recommended to avoid social media when going through a divorce. However,...
Military divorce can change two benefits that many Northern Virginia families rely on: retirement pay and health care. If you are stationed near Fairfax, live in Leesburg or built a career around military service, those benefits may shape your entire financial future...
