Facing divorce after your 50s in Virginia creates challenges that can affect the way you cope and move on. Gray divorce, as this situation is known, continues to grow. Divorcees also contend with specific challenges, such as emotional, social and financial issues....
Virginia law says that marital assets need to be divided equitably in a divorce. Therefore, if your business is considered to be a marital asset, you may lose some or all of the company that you built. Fortunately, there are steps that you can take to prevent this...
Family court judges have a legal obligation to make child custody decisions based on the best interests of the child. Under certain circumstances, a Virginia parent with a criminal history could face limitations on these rights. Violent crimes A history of one or more...
Virginia residents might be tempted to go no-contact with their ex after a divorce. Parents don’t have that option though. They’re expected to communicate with their ex, regardless of how difficult it might be. There are ways to make co-parenting easier. Creating a...
Every year, thousands of Virginia couples make the difficult decision to divorce. Divorce proceedings usually take months to complete, and that time period is generally extremely stressful for all involved. Make your divorce less stressful If you're going through a...
A good piece of art can bring you emotional satisfaction and pleasure. But, besides that, people also buy them for their great intrinsic value and tax advantages. As such, they are subject to equitable division upon divorce in Virginia. Art is an asset According to...
Divorce is often the reality for some married couples in Virginia. While divorce is difficult enough, it often becomes more complicated with children in the picture. Fortunately, there are ways to make divorce easier for your children. Don't make children your...
Many Virginians have heard of the term “co-parenting” for sharing custody after a divorce. However, it isn’t always possible to co-parent; in certain situations, parallel parenting is more appropriate. This is what it means and when it should be used. Understanding...
In some extreme cases, parental rights might be terminated if the judge deems that the parent was unable to care for the child. Virginia parents who have experienced this might be able to petition for the restoration. Not all states allow parents to petition for...
Everyone starts thinking about resolutions when the new year approaches. Resolutions are essential for everyone, including divorced parents in Virginia. Choosing the right things to focus on this year can improve your children's lives. A brand-new calendar can...