Being a co-parent with an ex takes a lot of work. Even in the best of circumstances, there’s a chance that you and the other parent will have disagreements. Some people may have an even more complicated situation than others because they have a co-parent who’s...

Divorce in Northern Virginia and elsewhere across the state is typically anything but a casual affair. Indeed, marital dissolution for most couples routinely throws up concerns that are both material and multiple. Like issues surrounding child custody, for example,...

Whether you're initiating a divorce proceeding or responding to your spouse's petition for divorce, you know that you need to speak with an attorney as soon as possible -- but good preparation can be essential. It’s smart to head to your attorney with as many relevant...

Cohabitation before marriage is often viewed in two ways. On one side, couples say that it can lower their odds of divorce: If the cohabitation goes poorly, the couple knows they should not get married. On the other side, there are those who claim that living together...

Having a prenuptial agreement should give you some sense of security as you head toward divorce. That agreement already defines a lot of the terms of the divorce. It may state how assets should be divided, which assets count as separate property and things of this...

Many seniors are in the home stretch, just a few short weeks away from graduating high school. Sadly, many spouses are beginning to plot their divorces at this same time. You read that right. There's been a staggering uptick in divorce filings around graduation time...

If your divorce involves considerable and/or complicated assets, you can benefit from adding a financial professional and perhaps a tax adviser or accountant to your team. That’s particularly true if your spouse has been the one who handled the finances, investments...

If your partner spends more than you would like, divorce gives you a way to regain control of your finances. 39% of those in a recent survey said financial issues had played a role in the breakup of their marriage. There are often many valid financial reasons to...

Cellphones are a ubiquitous accessory for nearly everyone over the age of 11 or 12. They are so common that we typically don’t give them much of a thought. However, maybe we should: After all, the way your partner acts about and while on their cellphone could...

Maybe you’re thinking about asking your spouse for a divorce. Or maybe you’ve already had this conversation and it’s time to turn your attention to the process itself. Either way, it’s a must that you protect your finances to the best of your ability. Neglecting to do...