Divorce and Child Support

Frequently asked questions relating to domestic violence and divorce in West Virginia : What course of action should I take if my spouse is violent ? First things first – call the police if your life or anyone else’s life is in danger at all times.  When you are safe and out of harm’s way contact...

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...

When filing a law suit of any kind, including divorce, you must tell the other party they have been sued.  The West Virginia court can not take any action until your spouse has been served divorce papers.  You will also need proof in court of the delivery of your divorce papers.  The legal...

Normally an uncontested divorce is quicker and cheaper than a contested divorce.  The law usually 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 decision...

Often times, legal and financial aspects of divorce make the divorce process seem overwhelming and bothersome.  During this fragile time for you proper decision making is key.  You will need to be very familiar with specific laws pertaining to divorce in your state.  You will need to get...

Situations concerning divorce are usually filled with high tension and irritability. You just want your divorce finalized. You just want to close a chapter in your life. In order to gain composure through difficult times like this there are two very important weapons in your arsenal for negotiation ...

Collaborative Law is a big trend lately in divorce. It is a process where both spouses and both attorneys meet together and make negotiations to resolve custody and financial matters. The sole purpose of a collaborative divorce is to remove the nasty details involved in litigation to make everything...

During a divorce may questions can arise when it comes to things like taxes. Here are some tax facts that may assist you in your divorce proceedings. In most divorce cases, the spouses agree to choose a spouse that may claim the child or children involved. In most cases parties choose to alternate years...

This collection of definitions will help you understand some specific terms in the West 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...

Adjusted gross income. (a) "Adjusted gross income" means gross income minus the payment of previously ordered child support, spousal support or separate maintenance. (b) A further deduction from gross income for additional dependents may be allowed by the court or master if the parent has legal...