Divorced parents who abuse substances like drugs or alcohol risk the chance of losing custody of their children. When it comes to child custody in Virginia, the courts always make decisions in keeping what are determined to be the best interests of the children. It is...
You may be one of many Virginia spouses who couldn’t wait to sign the settlement papers in your divorce because you wanted to get as far away as possible from your ex. Perhaps you encountered challenges during child custody or property division proceedings because the...
Some parents going through a divorce are adamant on getting full custody of their children for whatever reasons. Child custody can be one of the most contentious issues in the divorce process in Virginia. Generally speaking, most family court judges believe that joint...
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...
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...
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....
When you filed for divorce in a Virginia court you knew your decision would have a significant impact on your children’s lives. Divorce is an adult issue that affects kids. To help your children cope so they can move on in life in the least stressful way possible,...
While it may be an emotional journey, ending the role of husband or wife can be done through a Virginia divorce. However, even though the marital role has ended, if children are involved, there is still a parental role that must be continued. What this child custody...
Being a parent often means putting the needs of the children before one's own. Even if Virginia parents feel emotionally vulnerable themselves after deciding to divorce, they know that the situation can be even more difficult for their children. As a result, they may...
