Social media is where many people turn when they have intense and unpleasant emotions. They have friends who can support them or may at least feel better when they have an opportunity to vent in a semi-public space. Especially in scenarios involving misconduct, like a...
Virginia Family Law Blog
How can I make divorce easier on my children?
Divorce is a complex and emotional process for everyone involved, but it can be incredibly challenging for children. Children may experience feelings of loss, anxiety, and insecurity as they adjust to their new family dynamic. However, there are several ways that...
More on housing options after a divorce filing
Divorce literally hits you where you live. When one of the partners files for divorce, it calls all sorts of things into question – including where each of you will live. In a recent post, we discussed factors that affect what to do with a house after a divorce. These...
How to prepare for a divorce mediation or court case
If you and your spouse are going through a divorce, you may consider mediation or going to court. This will depend on whether you can agree on major issues, such as property division, child custody, child and spousal support, parental plan or even the dissolution of...
What about the house when getting divorced? Two important factors to consider
What do people do about the house when getting divorced? Even if you understand the theoretical concept of equitable property distribution, many factor can affect how that applies to the marital house. For example, if one spouse keeps the house, the other will...
Avoiding competition with the other parent
A legal custody dispute with a co-parent is an incredibly challenging and emotional court case. In many cases, parents will present as competing against each other as opposed to presenting the actual factors that a judge must consider when deterring the best interest...
3 ways to cope with life after divorce
Divorce involves complicated processes that can enhance the pain of separating from a spouse. Due to this, you or the other party can make regrettable and prejudicial decisions. Thus, it will be best to have a plan moving forward. However, despite employing a sensible...
How sharing a caregiver can help co-parents and their children
When parents divorce, their need for a third-party caregiver for their children typically increases significantly. If the two of you are going to live near each other, it’s probably best for your child if you can agree to have the same caregiver. If you already depend...
What leads to divorce around the holidays?
The end of the year is just one festival after the next. Maybe, you and your spouse spent the year making big plans to bring the entire family together under one roof. Or, maybe you and your spouse are planning the holidays traveling between each family or taking a...
Understanding equitable distribution in a Virginia divorce
Virginia courts aim to divide marital property equitably – or fairly – and that doesn’t always mean an even split in a divorce. There is a real possibility of getting a little bit more or less than your spouse. Understanding how property is classified is necessary to...

