Before the court issues the final custody orders during divorce proceedings, children tend to spend time with their parents under a temporary custody arrangement. The parents may agree to temporary arrangements that are different than a "final" goal, just so the...
There are many ways that technology can complicate a pending divorce case. Spouses may misuse social media to disparage one another or may request social media access via discovery, which leads to hundreds of pages of content to review. Those with children may find...
Prenuptial agreements specify how a couple will handle financial matters if they divorce or separate. These agreements can be particularly important for couples of different nationalities or those planning to live in more than one country since they can address...
Divorce is something you can't fully prepare for, and one of the most challenging early steps is deciding if, or how, to inform your spouse about your intentions. You may feel guilty, anxious, or even fearful about their reaction. Should you have a direct conversation...
If you’re a current or retired federal employee who has health insurance through the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program, you likely know that, as with most other types of health insurance, major life events can warrant a change in your plan. If you’re...
In a Virginia divorce, assets are classified as separate, marital or commingled. Separate assets are owned by one spouse before the marriage or acquired individually through inheritance or gifts. They are not typically divided during a divorce. Marital assets, on the...
Child support payments from the other parent may be crucial for you to provide your child with the things they need. You may rightly be frustrated and upset if your co-parent is not making the payments. So what can you do if you find yourself in this situation? You...
Handover days can be some of the most stressful days for parents and children alike. This may be the only time when two parents who were once together come face to face and, especially if the split is fresh, tensions can run high. The following tips can help you make...
The unwavering commitment of military personnel to protect our nation often requires sacrifices, including time away from loved ones. For those with children, deployments and relocations can create unique challenges when it comes to child custody arrangements....
A judge pro tempore, also known as a judge pro tem, is a temporary judge, often retired from the bench, who can be hired by the parties, through their lawyers, to preside over a divorce case, instead of a traditional judge assigned randomly upon the filing of a...
