When you begin the divorce process, one of your first questions may be how long spousal support could last. The answer varies based on your circumstances and the details of your case. In Virginia and the District of Columbia, courts look at your family’s needs and...
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Who covers medical expenses if there’s a child support order?
Addressing a child's medical needs can be costly for a parent. Adults usually have to provide health insurance coverage for their children. They are also responsible for any uncovered medical expenses until their children become adults. Married or cohabitating...
Understanding child custody: It is a little more complex than you may think
Parents often have a lot of questions about child custody during a divorce. Who will keep the children? How often will each parent see their children? Who will make important decisions for their child’s future? These questions are generally answered once a child...
When do parents who share custody get makeup parenting time?
Parents who share custody of their minor children have to adjust to only seeing their children a certain percentage of the time. Parents who share custody generally need to follow the schedule as established and work with one another when unexpected situations arise....



