It takes a lot of difficult and important work to get to the end of a Virginia divorce. When two individuals decide to end their marriage, they must find ways to divide their property, establish plans for caring for their kids, and set up financial duties to ensure...
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How are marital assets divided in Virginia?
Nine states in the United States are community property states, which means that marital assets are divided 50/50 during a divorce. However, Virginia is a common law property state. This means that marital assets are divided according to "equitable division," which...
When should I take my divorce to trial?
There are many reasons to choose a collaborative divorce. Collaborative divorces keep you out of the courtroom, and this can save you a lot of time and money. Collaboration also allows you and your ex-spouse to have more control over the end result of the divorce as...
What are key components of a collaborative divorce?
A collaborative divorce looks very different from other methods of ending your marriage. The purpose of collaborative divorce is to avoid litigation, so it should come as no surprise that the process looks different than a court trial. Collaborative divorce is a...
Are you eligible for benefits in a military divorce?
When you divorce your spouse and your former partner is a member of the U.S. Armed Forces, you may face unique considerations that those in non-military divorces may not. You may, too, have questions about whether you might still be eligible for military benefits once...
401(k) division during divorce proceedings
Most people entering into divorce proceedings in Virginia tend to believe that they know what to expect from the process. Yet many still end up feeling surprised to learn that a 401(k) account is subject to property division. 401(k) account holders likely think that...
Can co-parental cooperation help your kid through divorce?
Northern Virginia parents want to make divorce as easy as possible on your kids. This is not an easy feat. After all, divorce is a traumatic experience for the entire family. To a child, it can feel like their entire life is turning upside-down. But working together...
The advantages of collaborative divorce
Couples who have made the difficult decision to divorce are often overwhelmed with anxiety and dread when they think about the actual divorce process. And who can blame them? Traditional divorce can be costly, stressful, and time-consuming, requiring people to...
Divorce loans for those seeking divorces
Divorces can be complicated and expensive. North Virginians thinking about divorce know this reality. They can be traumatic, both emotionally and traumatic, and divorces can generate debt. As such, the thought of taking out an additional loan to pay for the process...
How is spousal support determined in Virginia?
During divorce, spousal support may be awarded based on certain factors. Spousal support is an important issue in many divorces which is why understanding what those factors are and how it is determined can be helpful for divorcing spouses. When considering whether or...