Military divorces are sometimes complex undertakings because you have to consider things that aren’t present in civilian divorces. There’s a chance that the non-military spouse may qualify for direct payments from the military member’s retirement. Certain on-base...
What happens to financed property when you divorce?
Splitting up your belongings is one of the biggest challenges at the end of a marriage. You and your spouse may disagree about what is fair. Both of you may have strong attachments to the same property. Different personal and family factors can make property division...
Should you be able to travel with your children after divorce?
If you have gone through a divorce, one of the things that you may have decided is that neither you nor your ex can travel beyond a certain distance with your children without permission from the other parent. While this restriction may seem to be a good way to...
Can a househusband seek spousal support?
Traditionally, many people think of spousal support as money that is paid from a husband to his former wife after their divorce. They are a bit shocked to consider reversing those genders. However, perhaps you are a father who stays home with the children and takes...
Avoid these mistakes when dividing marital property in Virginia
Divorce comes with a ton of challenges. Remember, this is a huge decision that is bound to change the course of your life forever, to say the least. There are a number of things a divorcing couple may be able to work out and resolve peacefully. And there are many...
What you should know about prenups and second marriages
Prenuptial agreements can be challenging for couples. Some may feel like it is a plan for the marriage to fail. For someone who had already experienced the financial and emotional stress of divorce, this feeling can be especially acute. However, a prenup can support a...
What to consider before posting about your child on social media
Social media has gone from a passing interest to a mainstay in modern communication. Rather than trying to text (or mail) pictures and updates about your life and your family, you can make a quick post on social media and know that most of your social circle can see...
Who decides if your children get vaccinated or attend in-person classes?
Many parents have had to make important decisions regarding their children's health and education during the COVID pandemic. Attending school remotely can protect your child's health, but will it result in reduced academic performance? While COVID vaccinations have...
The importance of self-care in a divorce
Your marriage is unhappy, so you decide to divorce in order to live a better life. You will get that brighter future eventually, yet it is unlikely to be instantaneous. Divorce can be somewhat of a rollercoaster, and you will experience a wide range of emotions along...
Fighting words: Why divorce shouldn’t be one of them
Picture this: You and your partner in Virginia are in another big verbal blow-up about some topic you have wrangled about many times in the past. You get totally fed up with the whole heated situation, and you shout out, “I’ll divorce you!” People say all kinds of...