Military service members here in Virginia and elsewhere face many of the same issues civilians do during a divorce. However, they must also address additional issues unique to serving in the United States Armed Forces. One is the need for a family care plan as part of...
Month: July 2020
Living apart under the same roof: a survival guide
There’s one phase of the divorce process that many couples dread, but it can be unavoidable: living together after you decide to split. In most cases, people continue to live in the same home out of financial necessity, for the kids, or because they want to test the...
Should household goods be appraised in a divorce?
As the years pass during a marriage, couples here in Virginia and elsewhere will often purchase items for their homes. Like many people, they may not spend much time considering the value of their household goods during their daily lives. However, when it comes to...
What will happen to my retirement fund in a divorce?
Most people in Fairfax and Leesburg have a lot of wealth tied up in their retirement plans. Some in the area may have a 401(k) plan through their private employers, while public employees and others may be entitled to a retirement pension after so many years of...
Things to think about when creating a parenting schedule
As a Virginia family goes through a divorce, its members will need to contemplate and adapt to a number of changes. This is especially true when it comes to any children, who may feel as though they are and will continue to be in a constant state of flux going between...