Children have to be taken care of even when their parents are no longer together. Both parents are obligated to provide for their children financially, but one parent usually makes child support payments to the other as ordered by the court. But what happens when the...
One of the major decisions parents must make when they decide to end their marriages has to do with their children. After parents in Virginia divorce and child custody issues have been ironed out, who will be watching the children when they’re with the other parent?...
Grandparents have a special bond with their grandchildren. In some cases, however, grandparents in Virginia may find that they’re more like parents to their grandkids and are actually raising them. Whatever the circumstances, grandparents in this situation may be...
The Division of Child Support Enforcement (DCSE) in Virginia plays a pivotal role in child support payments. The majority of child support cases in the state are commenced with an application for child support being completed and submitted to a local branch of the...
Like all Virginia parents, you love your children and always have their best interests in mind when you make decisions that affect their lives. Perhaps, you regretted having to inform your kids that you were filing for divorce but are hopeful that, with a strong...
Often the stakes are high when a couple chooses to end a marriage. Spouses experience challenges in their relationships from time to time, but for those couples in Virginia who have a lot on the line financially, going through a high asset divorce can have many...
When two people decide to get a divorce, they often focus on the emotional aspects, which is understandable. However, it is important that they not overlook many of the financial issues that come into play when a marriage ends. Some here in Virginia may assume that if...
When parents in Virginia decide to separate, one of the most common areas of concern is who gets custody of the children. Without question, parents should cooperate and work together to come to a child custody agreement that serves the best interest of the children....
Most people expect that their divorce will impact their finances, in both negative and positive ways. However, they may not realize that they have the power to prevent some of the potential losses by making smart choices around their taxes. Fortunately, experts have...
Investment accounts, retirement accounts and pension plans often play a significant role when a Virginia couple decides to divorce. As thoughts turn to what each individual wants from the divorce, the bank account and house are generally the first items considered....
