Deciding to marry the love of your life is a major life event. While most people hope and assume their marriage will last forever, it is always best to be prepared for other possibilities. Having a prenuptial (or premarital) agreement before you get married can help...
The divorce process involves various issues and it takes time to get the final determination on matters such as child and spousal support. In Virginia, you can file a motion for temporary support, known as pendente lite support to address financial needs during the...
Divorce comes with many challenges, particularly when the couple has children. For example, how will the couple divide parental responsibilities? How will parents talk to one another if they have fallen out in the past? One of the most challenging aspects of...
When many people think about divorce, they automatically think of a contentious court battle. However, this does not always have to be the case. There are alternative dispute options that are dedicated to making the process as smooth as possible. Virginia has adopted...
Divorce inspires a multitude of changes, and navigating health insurance is an important but often overlooked concern in this regard. Under most health insurance plans, you generally cannot stay on your ex-spouse's employer-sponsored health insurance plan once a...
Social media is a constant presence in the life of most people - adults and children alike. When parties are going through a divorce, it is important to understand the role that social media can play, and often, if social media is not handled carefully, it may have...
A prenuptial agreement can help you plan for the future, especially from a financial perspective. Yet, there are certain concerns that you cannot address in this kind of legally binding contract. These restrictions are in place to protect both parties and to better...
If you are getting a divorce and resolving physical custody of your child, you may be concerned that they have a strong preference about where they want to live. Maybe they have told you that they want to live with you and not their other parent, and they have...
There is a lot of comfort that comes from finally obtaining your custody agreement or order, as well as a sense of finality. However, for as long as your children are minors (under 18), their custodial arrangements can be subject to change. Under the law in Virginia,...
Social media has changed culture in many different ways. It even affects our personal relationships. This is why some experts will say that it’s wise to stay off of social media if you’re going through a divorce. You don’t want to say anything that is going to make...
