Going to court can be a nerve-wracking experience. People may buy entirely new outfits or practice their statements repeatedly to improve their confidence. Thankfully, you may not have to go into a courtroom, especially if you try to resolve your issues via mediation....
For many people, military service is a stepping stone to specific benefits like assistance paying for college or the development of job skills. However, other people view the military as a career. Their parents may have served before them, or they may simply want the...
If you’re one of many Virginia spouses who have recently decided to make a major life change, you no doubt have a lot on your mind, which may include financial issues. If the life change you’re planning involves filing for divorce, and especially if you have children,...
Going through a military divorce is a bit more complex than your average civilian divorce. There are specific benefits and amenities that you may want to be able to keep, but that’s hard depending on how long you’ve been married and if you can manage to stay married...
You often hear people talk about losing all of their wealth in a divorce. They worry about being broke and even about being forced to declare bankruptcy. Are they just being hyperbolic? Are they exaggerating to make a point about how they feel they’ll lose significant...
Virginia residents facing their first divorce usually have no idea what to look for in a lawyer. For example, many people do not know if they need an attorney with more negotiation experience or more litigation experience. Family law attorneys are as varied as the...
Divorce is a common experience. The reduction in social stigma attached to divorce has led to people more readily pursuing the end of a relationship that is often unhealthy and unproductive. No-fault laws and non-litigated divorce solutions, like mediation as well as...
You either suspect or know that your spouse is a narcissist, so you’re already pretty certain that ending your marriage isn’t going to be easy. You expect their reactions to your decision to be fierce. So what can you do to make this process easier for yourself? You...
If you have an upcoming divorce, the chances are your court hearing or mediation meeting will be done using Zoom or a similar tool. Knowing a few tips can increase your chance of success. How should I dress? Dress well. Many people boast about how they only clothe...
When parents in Virginia get divorced, one of their biggest concerns may understandably be how to deal with child custody. After that, they may raise concerns about how to handle child support. Here are a few tips for navigating the child support payment process going...
