If you and your spouse divorce, the court may order you to pay spousal support, also known as alimony. Spousal support is intended to provide financial support for the lower-earning spouse in the marriage. It can help them maintain the standard of living they had...
Spousal support might be awarded in your divorce if the court thinks that it’s necessary to help you enjoy the marital standard of living until such time as you become self-sufficient. There are many other factors that go into the court’s initial determination, but an...
As cryptocurrency (Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.) becomes more common, it is creeping into various aspects of our day-to-day lives. Indeed, during last year’s Super Bowl, there were multiple ads for various cryptocurrency products. And, if you are in the process of a...
If you and your spouse have decided to end your marriage, you will need to consider what life will look like once you are no longer married. Many people will have to support themselves financially after the divorce, as they can no longer depend on their spouse to help...
Splitting time with your child with your ex-spouse or partner can be challenging. Many parents struggle with going from having their child around all the time to only part of the time. Virginia courts typically order shared custody when it is in the best interests of...
In addition to being partners in marriage, some spouses decide to be partners in business as well. If they decide to divorce; however, they will need to complete a business valuation. This ensures that when their assets are divided, the business is included as part of...
If you’ve found your way to our blog, then you’re probably considering divorce. It’s a big decision that can have a tremendous impact on your life going forward. While marriage dissolution can mark the emotional end of a relationship that you thought would last...
Some parents make their own agreements on how much child support should be paid -- or even that no child support should be paid at all. They may even put this agreement into writing, but are such agreements enforceable? Child support agreements might not be...
In Virginia family law, caring for children is a primary concern and the courts will strive to ensure the child’s best interests are met. To achieve that, the court will have specific guidelines for child support. This is important not just for the child, but for the...
Divorce is rarely easy. But if your spouse is highly confrontational or struggles to tell the truth, then the process can be even more complicated and stressful. If you’re like a lot of individuals going through marriage dissolution, then you might be averse to...
