You're trying to budget for two households now, and both of you want the same answer: what happens to support? In Virginia, people still say "alimony," but the statute uses "maintenance and support" or "spousal support" (Va. Code § 20-107.1). Final support is not a...
When alimony becomes part of a divorce, one of the first questions both spouses ask is, “How long will it last?” The paying spouse may fear being responsible for payments indefinitely, while the receiving spouse may worry that support will end before they can become...
Before July 1, 2025, you could have a valid custody order, regular parenting time, and every legal right to see your child's records, yet still get locked out of MyChart, PowerSchool, Infinite Campus, ParentVUE, or Skyward. A school registrar or medical office would...
If you're splitting up in Virginia, the hardest part may be the gap between “we're done” and “a judge can help me now.” Bills still come in. Parenting conflicts can explode overnight. One spouse may keep using joint money or refuse to leave the home. While a no-fault...
In many divorce cases, the spouses cannot reach an agreement on matters such as how they will divide property or who their shared children will live with. This is considered a contested divorce, and it often requires the court's intervention. If you are navigating a...
When co-parents cannot agree on matters of child custody on their own, they sometimes need to go to court to have a judge determine the arrangement for them. Judges consider a wide range of factors to determine a Virginia child custody arrangement. If you are seeking...
Virginia has straightforward statutes for determining child custody in a divorce. But what about when a couple is separating? When a couple chooses to live separately, their prior childcare routines might no longer work. Whether you are separating for one year in...
Whether you and your spouse are going through a rough patch or considering filing for divorce, living separately from each other may be a reasonable next step. This is considered "separation" in Virginia, and it is an important requirement in seeking a no-fault...
Divorce requires you and your spouse to divide your marital assets- a process often easier said than done. You may fear that certain assets that you brought into the marriage, such as sentimental property or vehicles, being subject to asset distribution and leaving...
So you have decided to file for divorce. You may think your next step is simply to start filling out your Complaint for Divorce with the circuit court. However, completing a few steps before you file can help you prepare for the potential challenges in this process....
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