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- 2 important things you should know before your divorce deposition
- 3 areas in a divorce that require extra care
- 3 challenges same-sex couples face in divorce
- 3 factors the court considers when awarding custody in Virginia
- 3 things to do during property division in a divorce
- 3 tips for addict parents going through a divorce
- 3 tips for divorcing an addict
- 3 tips for parenting during and after divorce
- 3 tips for same sex couples going through divorce
- 3 tips for telling the kids you’re divorcing
- 3 ways social media can impact custody battles
- 3 ways to protect your tech after divorce
- 4 critical questions to ask prospective divorce representatives
- 4 social media acts that will turn your divorce into a nightmare
- A “bird’s nest” child custody plan may be the answer for some
- A collaborative law divorce could be one with less acrimony
- A new family law trend: Strategic divorce
- A prenuptial agreement can protect your interests
- An overview of child support guidelines in Virginia
- Are Virginia’s statutory child support guidelines rebuttable?
- Are You Being Stalked?
- Are you ready to divorce your addicted spouse?
- Article on Same Sex Divorce and the Current Legal Framework
- Article on the DOMA Ruling and the Potential Impact on Same-Sex Divorce
- Article on the Higher Costs of Same-Sex Divorce
- Article Published: Overview of Family Law in Virginia
- Asset division lets you keep a professional practice in divorce
- Avoid sabotaging your own mediated divorce
- Be honest in online dating during a divorce
- Breaking News: The Supreme Court holds that the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) is unconstitutional!
- Broken Engagement? Return the Ring
- Business owners, divorce, and asset division
- Can a child decide which parent they want to live with?
- Can mediation make the divorce process easier?
- Can you travel out of the country with your kids after divorce?
- Can your spouse claim your professional practice in a divorce?
- Celebrities exemplify co-parenting following a divorce
- Changing support payments: What you should know
- Child custody with a narcissist is challenging
- Child support in Virginia
- Child support in Virginia based on shared custody can be modified
- Child support: Who pays for college?
- Children struggle with guilt in a parents’ divorce
- Circuit Courts Now Split on Bans Against Same-Sex Marriage
- Civil Conversations: Upcoming Discussion About Civility & Professionalism
- Claiming a child as a dependent on one’s taxes post-divorce
- Collaborative Divorce
- Collaborative divorce may be an option for some Virginians
- Collaborative law can benefit divorcing couples in Virginia
- Collaborative law could lead to a more satisfactory divorce
- Collaborative law may benefit those in a gray divorce
- Collaborative law may help those in a low-conflict divorce
- Common Prenup Mistakes
- Competitive co-parenting can be dangerous
- Congrats to Julie on Her AV Preeminent Rating!
- Congratulations to Marcia, Julie, Kathy and Tara!
- Congratulations to Marcia, Kathy, and Julie!
- Congratulations to Partners Marcia, Julie and Kathy!
- Congratulations to The Maddox Law Firm Attorneys!
- Considerations Regarding Same Sex Relationships in Virginia
- COVID-19 and divorce: Lessons from a high-profile case
- Dating during the divorce process
- Delaware Becomes 11th State to Approve Same-Sex Marriage
- Dennis M. Hottell Has Joined Maddox And Gerock, P.C.
- Deploying parents have child custody and visitation rights
- Determining whether an asset is separate or marital in a divorce
- Different ways that technology can help you during a divorce
- Divorce and remarriage can lead to complex family relationships
- Divorce and your health insurance through FEHB
- Divorce and Your Pets
- Divorce decrees vs. trusts
- Divorce filings spike after the holiday season
- Divorce in the era of social media
- Divorce tips for small-business owners
- Divorce, Mortgage Issues, and Avoiding the Due-on-Sale Clause
- Divorcing an addict
- Divorcing doctors: What to keep in mind
- Do you need a unique custody schedule?
- Do you need to give a deposition in your divorce?
- Do-it-yourself divorce can lead to expensive mistakes
- Does a divorce in Virginia always mean litigation?
- Does a person need an attorney for a collaborative divorce?
- Domestic Relations Brown Bag Luncheon – Partner Julie Gerock Participating in Mock Pendente Lite Hearing
- Domestic Violence: My Experience and the Tools for Safety
- Don’t overlook the special issues in a military divorce
- Family Law News: The Supreme Court hears arguments over federal benefits to a child conceived by IVF after the death of the government worker
- Fax Line Down Today, October 23, 2019
- Five Things Not to Do During a Divorce
- Four of The Maddox Law Firm Attorneys named as 2013 Top Lawyers!
- Frequent communication can help children when parents divorce
- Good news re: international custody abduction preventative measures
- Gray divorces of 2019 will face greater retirement challenges
- Handling IRAs during divorce property division
- Happy (Early) Mother’s Day from The Maddox Law Firm!
- Happy 4th of July from The Maddox Law Firm!
- Happy Law Day from The Maddox Law Firm!
- Happy Thanksgiving from The Maddox Law Firm, P.C.!
- Hidden assets can make property division inequitable
- Hiding assets in the property division process is never wise
- High net worth couples face unique divorce legal issues
- Holding onto your job while losing your marriage
- How are child support payments calculated in Virginia?
- How are inheritances treated for property division purposes?
- How are pensions handled in a military divorce?
- How can a marital agreement help Virginia couples?
- How can co-parenting help children post-divorce?
- How can collaborative law help couples going through a divorce?
- How can collaborative law help me during my divorce?
- How can parents stay connected with their children after divorce?
- How can you help your child adjust to living in two homes?
- How can you prepare for a collaborative divorce?
- How co-parents can benefit from utilizing technology
- How does an uncontested divorce work?
- How does collaborative law compare to mediation in a divorce?
- How does mediation compare to collaborative divorce?
- How does the property division process work in Virginia?
- How does the Uniform Collaborative Law Act affect divorce?
- How is child custody decided in Virginia?
- How is custody determined in Virginia?
- How parental substance abuse can affect child custody
- How should child custody time-sharing schedules be handled?
- How to answer the tough questions kids ask during divorce
- How to beat the blame game in divorce
- How to begin a judicial settlement conference
- How to create a good family care plan after your military divorce
- How to prepare for your first meeting with a new attorney
- How to protect your tech during a divorce
- How Virginia parents can modify their child custody order
- How will a court determine the best interests of the child?
- How will my property be divided in Virginia if I divorce?
- If You Want Support, Make Sure You Ask For It!
- Impact of substance use on divorce and custody cases
- Important considerations for determining alimony
- Important considerations for those who want the family home
- Important steps to take after finalizing the divorce
- Important tip: Calculate debt before getting a divorce
- Is it better or worse to keep the family home in a divorce?
- Is social media activity vulnerable during pre-trial discovery?
- Is social media destroying your marriage?
- Is your co-parent a dry drunk?
- Japan Ratifies the Hague Convention on International Child Abduction
- Julie To Speak at Next Brilliant Exits Session
- Kara Named a Member of Virginia’s Legal Elite for 2015!
- Katharine Maddox Featured in National Law Journal Article
- Keep these tips in mind, if divorce is on the horizon
- Keeping the holidays magical after divorce
- LBGTQ couples and high-asset divorces
- Legal help can be sought for complex child support issues
- Legal Updates: February 2017
- LGBTQ couples and divorce trends
- Maintaining Perspective During a Divorce
- Making the most of time spent with your noncustodial child
- March 2017: Update in the law
- May Updates in the Law
- Mediation and child custody arrangements
- Military divorce and the 20/20/20 rule
- Modern couples are more accepting of prenuptial agreements
- More millennials are executing prenuptial agreements, survey says
- My dad left me the money, isn’t it mine?
- My unexpected experiences as a family law attorney
- New Members
- New Virginia Laws Are In Effect as of July 1, 2014
- No Stay of Decision Striking Same Sex Marriage Ban
- Obtaining a “No Fault” Divorce May Become More Difficult
- One potential complication with a same-sex divorce
- Online dating for seniors is on the rise
- Parallel parenting may be an option in high-conflict divorces
- Partner, Julie Gerock, was Part of a Panel on Civility and Professionalism
- Partners to Attend Upcoming Advanced Family Law Retreat Regarding Same Sex Family Law Issues
- Paternity in Virginia can be established through an AOP
- Pause Before You Post to Facebook and Other Social Media
- Personal Information and Social Media during Family Problems
- Post-divorce: Summer parenting plans
- Property division is important to Virginia couples of any means
- Property division: keeping separate assets separate — the do’s
- Property division: keeping separate assets separate — the don’ts
- Property settlement agreements may lead to an amicable divorce
- Protecting your pension during a divorce
- Providing compassionate guidance in child custody matters
- Reasons for Divorce Among Older Couples
- Recent Decisions in Family Law
- Recent Decisions in Family Law – June 2015
- Recent Decisions in Family Law: April 2017
- Recent Decisions Regarding Modification of Spousal Support
- Recovery of Attorney’s Fees in Family Law Cases
- Reflections by Kids of Divorce
- Remote hearings: A possibility for families facing legal issues
- Replies Pursuant to Rule 3:11
- Safety tips for custody exchanges during the pandemic
- Same-Sex Cohabitation Found Not to Fit Definition of “Cohabit” Pursuant to Va. Code Sec. 20-109(A)
- Same-sex couples could see tax windfalls
- Same-sex couples may face unique divorce legal issues
- Same-Sex Couples Now Free to Marry in Virginia
- Same-sex divorce has unique complications
- Sarah L. Payne Volunteering as a Judge at the GMUSL Costello Competition
- Securing retirement benefits in a military divorce
- Seek legal advice in parental relocation cases
- Seek legal advice when it comes to child custody in Virginia
- Seeking a spousal support modification when life changes
- Service by Facebook? Not in Virginia
- Several tips for effective co-parenting after divorce
- Sex, Lies & the Internet
- Sharing Love and Money Outside of Marriage and the Potential Downsides
- Should one fight for the family home in a Virginia divorce?
- Should one purchase a new home before their divorce is finalized?
- Should you ask for a prenup?
- Should you fight for the family home during a divorce?
- Should you use social media during your divorce?
- Should you write a postnuptial agreement?
- Should your custody order be modified?
- Some Helpful Financial Tips for People Facing Divorce in 2016
- Spotlight on Partner Julie Gerock
- Support issues are important in any Virginia divorce
- Supreme Court Agrees to Hear Four New Same-Sex Marriage Cases
- Supreme Court Decides Indian Child Welfare Act Custody Battle
- Supreme Court Recognizes the Right of Same-Sex Couples Nationwide to Marry
- Surrogacy: An Evolving Area of the Law
- Survival tips for those feeling defeated by divorce
- The “Opt-Out” Problem We Don’t Talk About
- The benefits of collaborative law divorce and how it works
- The child’s best interests must come first in child custody cases
- The complex issues of international divorce
- The Hague Abduction Convention helps address international custody issues
- The Impact of Bringing Sean Home
- The Maddox Law Firm becomes MADDOX & GEROCK, P.C.
- The modernization of the prenup
- The positive changes that can come from divorce
- The way taxes and spousal support relate could soon change
- There are consequences for a failure to pay child support
- Think carefully about financial decisions in a divorce
- Thinking of Bugging your Spouse’s Phone? Think Again
- Three Golden Rules of Deposition Preparation
- Three social media mistakes that can derail your divorce
- Three tips to share expenses when co-parenting after divorce
- Timberlake’s marriage illustrates importance of lifestyle clauses
- Tips for preventing international child abduction
- Tips for successful co-parenting after a divorce
- Tips to make co-parenting go smoothly
- Two tips for successful co-parenting
- Updates in the Law: Income for Child Support Determinations
- Valuation is an important part of the property division process
- Virginia Attorney General to Fight Same-Sex Marriage Ban
- Virginia Bar Ranks 4th in Difficulty
- Virginia Business lists Katharine Maddox and Sarah Piper among their 2013 Legal Elite!
- Virginia Law Update: New rules for taking matters under advisement
- Virginia Law Update: Revised Child Support Guidelines
- Virginia’s Ban on Same-Sex Marriage Declared Unconstitutional
- Virginia’s Prohibition of Same-Sex Marriages Held Unconstitutional (Appeal Pending)
- Virtual visitation as an option for Virginia families
- Watch out for psychological abuse during your divorce
- We assist clients with property division in a divorce
- We assist Virginians with questions about spousal support
- What are the basics of child support in Virginia?
- What can be included in a premarital agreement in Virginia?
- What can be included in a prenup in Virginia?
- What circumstances allow me to change my spousal support?
- What divorce processes are available to Virginia couples?
- What do ERISA, QDROs and taxes have in common?
- What do I do if I can no longer pay spousal support?
- What does “standard of living” mean for you?
- What factors will a court consider in spousal maintenance cases?
- What factors will a Virginia court consider in property division?
- What financial concerns arise with a gray divorce?
- What happens if a parent fails to pay child support?
- What happens if I lose legal custody of my child?
- What happens to my business during my divorce?
- What is a prenuptial agreement?
- What is collaborative law and how does it relate to divorce?
- What is custody like for LGBTQI+ parents?
- What is like getting a divorce at a young age?
- What is the difference between sole and joint custody?
- What makes people divorce their spouses?
- What post-divorce financial concerns may people have?
- What property division issues arise in a ‘gray divorce’?
- What should you expect from your divorce attorney?
- What to expect from your divorce attorney
- What to know about gray divorce
- What to know about military divorces
- What type of child custody arrangements are used in Virginia?
- What types of spousal support may be awarded?
- What will a prenuptial agreement mean for your divorce?
- When can a person stop paying alimony?
- When can I deny my ex visitation with our child?
- When can you challenge a prenuptial agreement in divorce court?
- When is it time to modify your child custody or support order?
- When might collaborative law be appropriate in a divorce?
- When separate property is not really separate
- Where can process be served in a military divorce?
- Where can service members file for divorce?
- Where to turn when your child custody rights are interfered with
- Who Keeps the Engagement Ring?
- Who will get the house in the divorce?
- Why consider collaborative divorce?
- Why divorcing federal employees need an RBCO
- Why hire a private judge (judge pro tempore) for your divorce?
- Why might a child support order be modified?
- Why opt for joint physical custody?
- Will a gray divorce leave you struggling?
- Will I qualify for spousal support after my divorce?
- Wills on Wheels
- Would your spouse hide cryptocurrency?
- Your child is not your confidant after a divorce
- Your divorce does not need to go to court