In Virginia, the courts may order supervised visitation when concerns exist about a child's safety or well-being during time spent with a parent. This arrangement allows the parent to maintain contact with the child while ensuring a safe environment. What is...
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5 common misconceptions about divorce mediation
Divorce mediation is an often-misunderstood practice. Misconceptions sometimes deter individuals from exploring mediation, causing many to miss the potential benefits mediation provides, such as lower costs, greater privacy, and reduced stress compared to traditional...
3 reasons couples facing high-asset divorce choose mediation
Divorce typically becomes more complex as the marital estate grows. People with real property, investments and retirement savings accounts have a lot to discuss when they decide to divorce. The larger the marital estate becomes, the more difficult it may ultimately be...
Can I get out of a prenuptial agreement?
Prenuptial agreements are a good idea for many Virginia couples. A prenuptial agreement allows you to determine how you will divide assets and debts equitably in a divorce, ideally saving you time and money. Under Virginia law, a prenuptial agreement, also called a...
Can you modify your divorce agreement later?
Life doesn’t always stay the same, and sometimes, circumstances change after a divorce. This can lead to questions about whether it's possible to modify the terms of your divorce agreement later on. The good news is that, under certain conditions, you may be able to...
How does Virginia handle luxury property division?
Dividing assets in a divorce can be challenging, especially with luxury property. In Virginia, the court applies equitable distribution, meaning the court divides property fairly, but not always equally. Understanding how luxury items like art, cars, jewelry, and...
3 locations where parents can exchange custody
When divorced or separated parents share custody, they often have many details to address. They have to arrange a schedule that works for everyone in the family. They must ensure that the children have all necessary items at both homes. They also have to navigate...
When does child support end in Virginia?
Many parents ask about the end date of their child support duties as their children grow older. Virginia has clear rules about when these payments stop. Knowing these rules helps parents plan ahead. What is child support in Virginia? Child support ensures parents...
Understanding prenups: reasons why they’re worth considering
Prenuptial agreements offer valuable protection for couples entering marriage, especially high-earning ones. These legal documents outline the division of assets in the event of divorce. In Virginia, where equitable distribution laws govern asset division, prenups...
Can co-parents micromanage what happens at each other’s homes?
Co-parenting is a challenging undertaking. Adults who previously lived together have to find ways to work cooperatively despite ending their romantic relationship with one another. It is standard for parents to share both parenting time and decision-making authority....

