Divorce can get confusing enough on its own. The last thing you need is a myth getting in the way and skewing your perception of the process. Unfortunately, people do buy into these myths all the time, and they can lead to some serious mistakes. Here are a few myths...
Divorce can be an unpleasant affair for both parties. There is a lot of emotion at play. You are probably not at your best in the midst of a divorce, however much you try to kid yourself by putting on “All the Single Ladies,” or its male equivalent. Add the worry and...
If you are getting divorced in Virginia, you may have heard that property gets divided fairly, by what’s known legally as “equitable division.” “Wonderful,” you say, “It is only fair that I get the house.” Sadly, it’s not you that get to decide what is and is not...
As a result of your divorce, the court may require you to make child support payments until your children reach the age of 18. Despite the impact on your finances, you realize that it’s necessary so that you can provide your children with everything they need to...
When you decide you want to get divorced, what you want is a clean break. You want to sign the paperwork and move on with your own lives. You want to put this stage in your life behind you. However, that’s rarely how it happens. For one thing, divorce itself can take...
Couples in Virginia might be more likely to have a prenuptial agreement than in the past. A survey by the American Association of Matrimonial Lawyers found that almost two-thirds of attorneys reported a rise in prenuptial agreements. There are several reason that...
Many separated parents in Virginia accept the common wisdom that switching off weeks between households in the best way to implement a 50-50 custody schedule. In this case, however, the conventional wisdom might not always be the best solution for the children....
When couples in Virginia get a divorce, it is more likely to have been initiated by the woman. Not only are women more likely to file for divorce than men are, but a 2017 study in the United Kingdom found that divorce was much higher among female same-sex couples than...
Virginia couples who have young children and who are getting a divorce might be concerned about co-parenting. There are several steps they can take to do so more effectively. Communication is important. This can be hard, but they should not make their children into...
Married couples in Virginia who have decided to end their marriage after a long time will need to prepare for a process that might become more complex depending on the property shared by the couple and if they also share minor children.Divorce after long-term marriage...
