Family Law

A Virginia divorce will mean major changes to someone's daily life and financial adjustments as well. Some couples already have written agreements that make it very clear how they will divide their property when they divorce. Others will need to negotiate a settlement...

Even the most pragmatic person tends to imagine an idealized future when they get engaged. Those who are just starting a marital relationship can't always imagine the possibility that their spouse could possibly betray them or break their confidence. They imagine that...

In most marriages, real property is the most valuable asset that couples have. When a couple divorces, property division can become a significant challenge. The challenge can become more significant when couples own more than one property and use their property for...

Spouses often have some assets that are their separate property when they marry. They may already own their own vehicle or a small hunting cabin in the woods. They may also obtain some separate property during the marriage, such as an inheritance from their parents....

Most modern divorces are no-fault divorces. In fact, there are some states where no-fault divorce is the only option. Couples must focus on the practical implications of their divorce rather than on attempts to lay blame for the failure of their marriage during their...

Getting a divorce can be a lengthy process, but does that mean the rest of your life has to wait for your divorce to be final? Because a divorce can take months or years to resolve, holding off on your next relationship that whole time may not be appealing. Even...

After months of divorce court and negotiating with your ex, the last thing you want to do is arrange another sit-down meeting with an attorney. However, if you haven't already updated your estate plan after filing for divorce, is isn't something you should delay any...

Children tend to thrive when they are in stable and predictable environments. They need to know that they are safe and that nothing will threaten the connection that they have with their parents. A divorce can cause a sense of instability in a child: They may witness...

When your spouse commits a crime, you may feel anger, fear and even shock. You may have had no idea that they were capable of such an act and may feel retroactively frightened about how vulnerable you were in the presence of someone capable of committing a serious...

There’s nothing more exciting than deciding, alongside your partner, that you’re going to get married. While this will change your life in many ways, you’re looking forward to everything the future will bring. Despite your excitement, you may have some concerns about...