Spousal support, or alimony, orders are often a source of frustration and contention after Virginia divorces. Spouses receiving support may depend on those funds to establish an independent household, while the spouse paying alimony may worry about covering their own...
Divorce
What makes people divorce their spouses?
It can be hard to identify the moment you first contemplated getting a divorce. Perhaps you were lying in bed looking at your spouse one night, and you no longer see the same person you once knew. Perhaps you were lying in bed, alone, because your spouse has not been...
Handling IRAs during divorce property division
In Virginia and across the country, the divorce rate is declining. However, there is one significant exception: Couples age 50 and up are actually more likely to divorce than they were in the past. This is important not only because it reflects changing social norms...
Divorce filings spike after the holiday season
The holidays are usually a time of year when families set aside their differences and come together to celebrate whatever is most important to them. As a result, the season is usually full of fun and cheer. However, many Virginians struggle through the holidays...
Timberlake’s marriage illustrates importance of lifestyle clauses
If you follow celebrity news at all then you know that the marriage between famed singer Justin Timberlake and actress Jessica Biel may be on the rocks. Reports indicate that Timberlake was recently seen at a bar with a co-star of an upcoming film, with the two of...
A new family law trend: Strategic divorce
Divorce is a serious legal topic that has significant ramifications on the legal, financial, and emotional lives of Virginia residents. Before deciding to pursue divorce, readers are encouraged to seek their own legal advice so that they fully understand the...
What is a prenuptial agreement?
The process of planning a wedding can be both exciting and stressful for a Virginia couple. There are many decisions that they must make about when their event will take place, where it will occur, who will be invited to attend, and what level of formality they would...
When can a person stop paying alimony?
Whenever a Virginia resident has a question about their post-divorce obligations, they should consult both their final divorce decree and their family law attorney. Their final divorce decree will include all provisions that are relevant to their expectations once...
Don’t overlook the special issues in a military divorce
Every marriage has its unique joys and challenges. If you serve in the military or are married to a servicemember, you face additional trials other couples may not understand. The stress of long deployments, frequent moves to new assignments and the pressure of...
Same-sex divorce has unique complications
The federal government's recognition of same-sex marriage was a welcome move to many in the LGBT community. However, like many, you may have been in a monogamous relationship long before the Supreme Court ruling. Not only do you now have all the rights opposite-sex...