In many civil disputes or cases of divorce, mediation is a very effective manner to resolve conflict between two parties. However, there are also instances when mediation may not be appropriate. In Virginia, mediation is not mandatory. Each judge has discretion to...
A divorce decree can change any health insurance plan shared by the spouses. Once divorce is final, a dependent spouse could lose their benefits and may need to look for other coverage options. However, while the divorce proceedings are still ongoing, the law protects...
A standard custody agreement gives parents certain basic rights and a certain amount of set time with their children. In most cases, a standard agreement grants one parent custody and the other parent visitation rights. The details of co-parenting are spelled out in a...
Some marriages end long before divorce. The couple may have already decided to split their property, live apart, and move on from the relationship even with no divorce decree. If you are in this situation, it may feel like an appropriate time to date someone else....
Some people find themselves in a situation where their other half no longer participates in the marriage, fulfills their marital roles, or even acts so cruelly that it prompts thoughts of leaving. These situations can feel like a trap, but could they be enough to...
Due to the complex assets owned by the parties and the difficulty in gathering the essential financial documents, high-net-worth divorces in Virginia are more expensive and problematic than regular divorces. While the same Virginia statutes govern high net worth...
A prenuptial agreement or a premarital agreement, as it’s officially called in Virginia, is a contract at its most basic form. This means that any prenuptial agreement established and enforced in Virginia must adhere to the standards of contract law. A prenuptial...
You’ve taken the first step towards getting some answers and help on your matter and you have set an appointment for an initial consultation. You’ve filled out the information the firm has requested, but is there anything else you can do to be ready for your meeting...
The Virginia General Assembly usually passes new legislation concerning family law issues on July 1st of each year. Some new laws are only clarifications of existing laws, while others bring about major changes. In 2021, the Virginia General Assembly made substantial...
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