Divorce and Child Support

Who gets custody of the children ? Divorce is a stressful situation for all parties involved and this question comes up first in many divorce proceedings.  To determine the custody of any child under the age of eighteen, the court will only choose in the best interest of that child.  It is...

Spousal support is always emerging because laws concerning spousal support and divorce and under constant reconstruction.  Virginia law has recently stated that the fault of a spouse being a reason for a divorce may no longer be a standard for the other spouse to gain spousal support in divorce...

There are lots of questions about how property will be divided when it comes to divorce in Virginia.  In Virginia there are specific laws about how property will be distributed in a divorce.  Not many people know that Virginia is an “equitable distribution” state and all marital property shall...

Normally an uncontested divorce is faster and cheaper than a contested divorce.  The law typically allows both parties to define their own futures when both parties agree to the terms of a divorce.  The end result of an uncontested divorce is that the spouses are not forced to live by a judgment...

Constructive desertion is typically described as one person leaving the actual marriage, not necessarily the home.  One thing to consider in a divorce is you may have been deserted if your spouse does not physically leave your residence.  If your spouse’s behavior or misdemeanor is extremely...

The definition of real property is every piece of real estate you and your spouse own.  This is your home, your beach house, your condo or interest in a real estate investment that includes both spouses names.  There are a few possible solutions to dividing real property in your divorce. ...

Divorce cases that include adultery are never pleasant and can almost always be emotionally draining.  It’s important to get the facts straight in all aspects of adultery. If you openly catch your spouse in an affair then detectives and private eyes may not even be needed.  It’s not often that...

Controlled separation is a trendy approach to dealing with divorce in a less confrontational way. It's popularity has skyrocketed in the last few years. In a controlled separation you and your spouse will work with a counselor or mediator to arrange separation agreements and work to see if there...

In divorce there are plenty of financial preparations to be made.  Ideally, the goal is to simplify the divorce and make sure both spouses make it through the divorce process.  Here are some tips to make a financially brilliant divorce.   ~ Know your state property laws.  Find out...

This collection of definitions will help you understand some specific terms in the Virginia Divorce laws, process and paperwork when dealing with divorce. Filing Party Title: Petitioner The spouse who will initiate the divorce by filing the necessary paperwork with the court. Non-Filing Party Title:...