Abusive relationships do not exist in a vacuum. Abusers exist at all income levels, even in high net-worth couples. It has been described as a crystal prison because high net-worth abusers often use money to trap their victims. And, sometimes, the Loudoun County...
Fairfax Family Law Blog
Should you keep the family home after divorce?
Divorce requires spouses to make very difficult and often complex decisions. And when it comes to property division, determining what to do with the family home is one of the most challenging and contentious divorce issue to resolve. To keep the home or not A family...
When can you seek to modify a child custody order?
You might think that the worst is behind you once you resolve your child custody dispute. Whether you negotiated a resolution or litigated an outcome, the court’s order is binding, which may give you some relief. After all, the parties should know the expectations and...
The basics about child support in Virginia
For couples in Virginia who are going through a divorce, or even those who have never been married at all, child support can be a difficult issue to address in family law court. Most parents understand that they have a duty and obligation to provide financial support...
Can I fight back against parental alienation?
Parental alienation has become a hot topic in psychology and the law. Fairfax County parents on either side of a child custody dispute can learn more about the issue. What is it? Parental alienation occurs when one parent manipulates their child for the detriment of...
Tackling property and financial issues in a premarital agreement
Two topics often considered taboo to talk about are money and property. However, if you are getting married you will want to talk to your partner about these important topics. Some couples choose to execute a prenuptial agreement -- referred to as premarital...
Is there a way to save money in child custody?
Even if a divorce is amicable, it does not mean that it will be cheap. Even if parents can agree on child custody and a parenting plan, it does not mean the new arrangements will be affordable. Instead, Fairfax County child custody arraignments often come with...
How can I change a spousal support order?
Divorce is a challenging time for a family to have to go through, and the stresses are not just emotional but financial as well. Women who have supported the family by taking care of children and overseeing the household while their husbands were at work can feel...
Who gets the house in a divorce?
Many married couples choose to buy a house together to put down some roots and possibly start a family. If you buy a home with your spouse and eventually get divorced, deciding who gets to keep the house may become a source of contention. After spending so much time...
High-asset divorce: should you use forensic accounting?
Every divorce is a series of questions and answers – what does the couple share and how will it be divided between them? Fundamentally, this applies everything from child custody to assets and debts. For couples with a high net worth, answering these questions can be...



