Spouses may file for divorce in Virginia because of irreconcilable differences, but that can cover a wide variety of issues. Empty nest syndrome could play a significant role in a marriage's breakdown. This underlying cause might be more common than many realize. The...
Family Law
Dividing artwork during a divorce can be complicated
If you're getting a divorce in Virginia, you may feel relief as you're close to ending a troublesome relationship. Unfortunately, divorce proceedings can be challenging when you must split your assets equitably, especially if artwork is involved. When you've collected...
Why do some Virginia couples seek divorce?
Several things can lead to the demise of a Virginia marriage. Infidelity is often thought of as the main reason why most divorces occur. However, a Forbes Advisor divorcee survey revealed that infidelity isn’t the number one cause of divorce. Lack of family support...
Social media and divorce troubles
Social media serves as an effective communication tool, but there are times when disseminating information on various platforms could create problems. Persons filing for divorce may discover their social media posts could create unnecessary headaches. Taking a prudent...
Things to avoid if your spouse wants a divorce and you don’t
If one person in a Virginia marriage thinks everything is fine, it may be a shock when their spouse announces they want a divorce. In this situation, you might want to reconcile; if you believe there’s any chance of that happening, avoid doing these things. Ignore...
Virginia divorce facts and figures
As of 2022, the divorce rate in Virginia is 3.1% compared to the United States average of 2.3 percent. This is a decrease in the number of people getting divorced, but it does not consider the number of people living together. Other divorce statistics may surprise...
How society benefits from kids spending time with their dads
For decades, Virginia judges typically awarded primary custody of children to their mothers. While this wasn’t true of every divorce, most cases resulted in fathers having no choice but to fight for the chance to spend time with their children. Recent studies indicate...
How a divorce might impact your business
If your marriage comes to an end, it's possible that you will have to cede control of key assets such as your Virginia company. Even if you are allowed to retain majority ownership of your business, a divorce may still have a negative impact on its performance....
Financial challenges for gray divorces in Virginia
Every Virginia divorce will have its challenges. Divorce can be complicated for older residents - specifically regarding finances. What makes gray divorces different? Gray divorce is the term used to refer to Virginia couples over the age of 50 that want to end their...
Facing your fears about divorce
By the time most couples in Virginia want a divorce, it's usually clear that the relationship is damaged beyond repair, and that divorce is the right thing to do. But that doesn't mean divorce isn't a scary proposition. Fears stemming from divorce or fears surrounding...