Once a married couple files for divorce, the court controls the timeline. It may impose deadlines and require conferences to fit its schedule. Instead of letting a family law judge decide divorce-related issues in court, on the judge's timetable, a couple can create a...
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Using self-care to combat post-divorce blues
Feelings of hopelessness after your divorce in Virginia may cause you to question whether you will ever feel happy again. While it will undoubtedly take time and a bit of grit, your determination can help you recover and minimize the residual effects of your split on...
How does equitable distribution work?
During your divorce, the court will expect you to divide your property. In Virginia, the division of property occurs under the concept of equitable distribution. The Virginia State Bar explains equitable distribution means a fair division of assets, but it may not...
Mediation may help couples over 50 dissolve their marriages
Couples over the age of 50 thinking about dissolving their marriage may find that mediation offers a smoother alternative to a traditional divorce. Senior individuals ready to go their separate ways may untangle their assets quickly without the input of a divorce...
How do you promote financial recovery post-divorce?
Going through a divorce, it can feel like you might never recover your former life. However, while some things will change for good, you will still recover most of the things you lose during this rocky time period. This goes for your finances, too. Though some studies...
What are some common issues associated with moving and child support?
Once you are in the child support system, whether you pay or receive, you must work with the Division of Child Support Enforcement. The DCSE has some important rules when it comes to moving or changing your address. The Virginia Department of Social Services explains...
How the courts handle inheritance assets in a divorce
When one spouse receives an inheritance, whether large or small, many questions arise about who this money belongs to. Do the courts classify this as marital property, subject to equal division in the case of a divorce, or do they classify it as separate property?...
How to divide home equity in a divorce
When you and your spouse purchase a home in Virginia together and then decide to divorce, you must figure out how to handle the joint investment. Your options as far as how to proceed may vary based on certain factors, such as whether one or both of you wants to keep...
How may social media accounts affect a divorce?
Grounds for divorcing a spouse in Virginia include abandonment and adultery. If your spouse has spent an unreasonable amount of time online, it may have negatively affected your marriage or children. As reported by USA Today, mobile devices may contain evidence that a...
Keep your divorce out of court but avoid costly mistakes
Divorce cases range from a fast, easy and uncontested process to a long, drawn-out battle that drains financial and emotional resources. An uncontested divorce that can settle out of court is the least expensive option, and it allows couples to work through the...

