Divorces in Virginia are often complicated and contentious when there are extensive financial assets involved. Many couples in the state have operated family businesses that have gained value as a marriage has gone along. However, when it comes time for divorce, the...
Family Law
Child custody laws in Virginia
If you are a parent who has recently divorced or split with your partner, you’ll have to go to court to establish custody. Understanding Virginia’s child custody laws can help prepare you. What are the types of child custody in Virginia? Virginia courts will always...
How to have a good divorce in Virginia
Divorce can be hard on Virginians regardless of how amicable or friendly the divorcing individuals are to each other. However, it's not impossible to have a divorce that goes smoothly for both parties. Take your time with the divorce process One of the biggest...
Gray divorce items to consider
People in all age ranges might file for divorce. The assumption that older persons won’t seek a separation from their spouses is incorrect, as many “gray divorces” occur each year. A gray divorce refers to a dissolution affecting two people over age 50. While several...
Buying a home during and after a divorce
Owning a house remains a vital goal of many married couples. A paid-off home could establish the bulk of a couple’s net worth. However, homeownership becomes complicated for Virginia spouses when they file for divorce. Divorce negotiations may heavily focus on what...
Avoid these financial mistakes in a divorce settlement
Going through a divorce is never easy in Virginia, and making smart financial decisions during this time can be difficult. If you are not careful, you could end up making some costly mistakes that can have a negative impact on your future. Some of these include:...
Dividing debt during divorce
Virginia residents getting divorced will have to divide not only their assets, but any debt jointly incurred. Not all debt, however, is dealt with in the same manner, and as an equitable distribution state, Virginia courts seek a fair division of debt, based on each...
Divorce could impact business dealings
Divorce may prove to be a devastating experience even when it becomes best for both spouses to separate. Personal and professional lives will likely intertwine between married couples, creating complex concerns during the process. Those with business interests in...