Individuals in Virginia tend to be older and have a higher net worth when they get married for a second or third time. Furthermore, they may have children or other interests that they want to protect in the event of another divorce. Therefore, it may be a good idea to...
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When is divorce litigation preferred over mediation?
Like many newlywed couples, you may have had plans for your future. You may have wanted to raise a family, build a dream home and plan your retirement together. Unfortunately, things did not work out according to your plans, and you are now facing the emotional...
How Virginia parents can financially prepare for a divorce
Virginia parents who are going through a divorce should consider how the divorce might affect their finances, and therefore their child's educational future. A study from Sociological Science found that the financial repercussions of a dissolved marriage may deter...
Can you date during legal separation
You are legally separated from your spouse but not yet divorced. Should you date someone? You can, but you shouldn't. There are many reasons why is it a very bad idea to date during your separation. You are still married, even though you are legally separated. Some...
Custody evaluations: How to act when being observed
As mentioned, the evaluator will be observing you like a hawk throughout the evaluation. The evaluator will observe you during the office visits. The greatest source of observational information occurs when you are being observed informally in the waiting room with...
Custody evaluations: How to approach a custody evaluation
If a custody evaluator is involved in your custody case, there are basic rules of conduct that you should follow during the process. You must take the custody evaluation seriously. Show up for your interviews with the evaluator well in advance. Never be late. Do not...
When wives earn more, the risk of divorce increases
In marriages where the woman earns more money than the man, a lot of tension and complications can arise. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, wives make more than their husbands in about 38% of marriages involving heterosexual couples. Surveys from the Census...
How to juggle work and divorce priorities
It's important for any soon-to-be ex-spouse in Virginia to not let the divorce affect their professional life. This means not talking about the divorce unless it is strictly necessary. The only work colleagues who may need to know are business partners, HR...
Child custody evaluations
When a couple with children separate or seek divorce, there are a number of ways to determine how custody of the children will be decided. Custody means three things: (i) legal custody or decision making; (ii) physical custody or a schedule of when the children will...
How do you get a permanent protective order?
A permanent protective order is issued by a judge. It can last up to two years. It can be extended by a judge for an additional two years. How do you obtain a permanent protective order? At the preliminary protective order hearing, if the Judge grants you a permanent...

