One of the most important things for a Virginia parent during a divorce is preserving the relationship he or she has with the kids. When a marriage ends, it can bring out strong emotions that one parent may struggle to manage, even after the divorce is final. Negative feelings toward the other parent can eventually begin to affect custody and…
Month: September 2022
Joint custody can offer many unforeseen benefits
Obviously, no couple enters marriage with plans of divorcing in the back of their minds. Yet, just this year alone, thousands of spouses in Virginia and across the country will divorce. Many of these spouses are parents, so the needs of their children must remain their primary concern often for years after the divorce is finalized. For this reason, many…
Mediation can offer many benefits for a high-asset divorce
The dissolution of a marriage does not have to be filled with conflict and contention. There are other options that can help to bring an amicable divorce resolution. Without a doubt, a high-asset divorce can be complex due to the number of assets and property that must be divided. For many spouses in Virginia who go through a high-asset divorce,…
How common is gray divorce in Virginia?
In Richmond, Virginia, and surrounding regions, many older married couples are deciding to go their separate ways. This is a trend that is also noticeable throughout the country. A gray divorce refers to spouses age 55 and older who determine that they would rather start over in life without their partners than stay in an unhappy relationship. Since the 1990s,…
Basic facts about Virginia alimony guidelines
If a Virginia married couple files for divorce, especially if they have children, it typically sets off a chain of events that includes a decision-making process for both spouses. Even if two spouses kept certain funds in separately owned bank accounts during their marriage, they are still, by law, financially responsible for each other as long as the marriage lasts.…