Divorce

A traditional approach to divorce involves litigation, where both spouses navigate a lengthy court battle. However, there is an alternative method that has been gaining popularity in recent years - mediation. Mediation is a voluntary process where a neutral third...

If you study divorce trends, you’ll quickly find a correlation between the odds of divorce and the age at which people were married. As a general rule, the younger someone is, the greater their odds of getting divorced. Getting married at 23 is relatively more stable...

Alimony – also known as spousal support – can be a point of contention in any Virginia divorce. One spouse who has sacrificed earning potential to care for the family home or raise children may need help preparing to support themselves in a very competitive economy...

Navigating divorce proceedings can be a complicated and overwhelming process. You and your spouse need to address critical issues such as the division of marital assets, child custody and child support.  Another decision is the potential need for spousal support. And...

Divorce under any circumstance is tough. When a couple calls it quits, one of the concerns they’ll have is what each party will walk out of the marriage with. Specifically, ownership of the family home can be heavily contested.  While you may be inclined to fight for...

Most marriage vows include a promise of lifelong fidelity and commitment, and people earnestly mean those vows when they initially make them. Therefore, many people in struggling marriages explore every viable solution to their current relationship issues that they...

Running a business with your ex-spouse can be a challenging experience, but it is not impossible. With the right mindset, open communication and a focus on professionalism, you can successfully manage a joint venture even after your personal relationship has ended....

When you file for divorce in Virginia, the court will determine property division based on what is equitable. This does not mean things are split 50/50. It is possible to get more or less than your spouse.  Understanding how property is classified is important to...

Some people recognize that they have unusual concerns that could complicate their marriage, so they negotiate a prenuptial agreement during their engagement. Other people only realize that there may be unusual challenges for their family after getting married. A...

When you plan to file for divorce, you likely anticipate a strong emotional response from your spouse. People often become very angry upon learning about the upcoming end of a marriage and may lash out verbally in an attempt to hurt their spouse or manipulate them...