You may have looked over at your spouse and said to yourself, “Where did our love or respect for each other go?” This may be a troubling thought that leads many people to consider divorce. There are many causes why people divorce their spouse, each case unique, but...
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Children may have different questions about divorce
At some point, as you and your spouse get closer to your divorce, you're going to have to inform the children about what's happening. They are definitely going to have a lot of questions, so it's best to do this when you have time to answer them. One thing to keep in...
Make the most of your co-parenting arrangement
Being able to work with your ex to parent the children can help the kids to be well adjusted despite the divorce. Knowing that they have the support of both parents and that the adults in their life are putting them first can help them to thrive. Working with your ex...
How soon is too soon to divorce?
You got married to your spouse just over a year ago, and things seemed to be going well. At least, that was the case until you came across their internet history. After finding out that your spouse was involved in forums and chats you didn’t agree with, you had to...
How do I make joint custody work after the divorce?
There are not many things as contentious as child custody during the divorce process. Even in the best of circumstances, the thought of having restricted access to your children can be unsettling, to say the least. This explains why more and more divorcing couples are...
Is keeping your house the right goal in your divorce?
A Virginia divorce will shake up most areas of your life. It will change your schedule and what assets you have access to. It will also affect when you spend time with your children. If you share ownership of your house with your spouse, then a divorce will also...
Staying on point during a child custody case
One of the most challenging aspects of a divorce is settling matters related to child custody. Personal disputes between spouses can often cloud the judgment of both parents, even though they have the best interests of the child at heart. Difficult as it can be, it is...
Child custody. Create a Virginia parenting plan you can live with
One of the things you will need as a divorcing parent is a parenting plan. Whether a Virginia family court orders one or you decide to create one yourself, a parenting plan comes with several advantages. Examples of these advantages include: Sets a consistent schedule...
Why does getting married young lead to divorce?
You can legally get married when you turn 18, but it is a risk. Studies have repeatedly found that those who get married at a very young age get divorced at a higher rate than those who wait. In fact, there are those who believe that the most stable marriages happen...
3 signs it’s time to request a custody modification
No matter how carefully you try to craft the terms of your custody arrangements, you will eventually need to change them. As your children grow and mature, their needs and daily schedules will change as well. Virginia law allows you to modify an existing custody order...