Family law

Postnuptial agreements are legal contracts created after a couple is married. They outline the division of assets and financial responsibilities in the event of a divorce. Postnuptial agreements are becoming increasingly popular as couples seek to protect their...

It’s a common misconception that in a divorce, one spouse will receive spousal support for the rest of their lives. However, that is far from the truth. There are many factors to consider when determining whether a spouse will receive support, such as how much support...

Gathering evidence is essential for all divorces, but even more so if you think your divorce will be litigious. You are unlikely to agree on everything, and an argument without evidence is just a point of view. If you want the other party or the judge to understand...

Trying to raise children cooperatively across two households is a challenge. It requires emotional control on the part of both adults and also very detailed planning if the family wants to avoid messy conflicts between the parents. If there is anything more emotional...

A prenuptial agreement is a legal document that outlines the distribution of assets and liabilities when a couple decides to split. While many people have reservations about prenups, they can be essential in protecting your assets in the event of a divorce. Without a...

Many parents have to plan their child custody order around work and schooling. A parent who takes night classes may have a hard time scheduling to have their child over at night. Likewise, parents who work on-call jobs may not be able to see their children for long....

The differences in your marriage have become irreconcilable, so you and your spouse have decided to pursue a divorce. While very few divorces are straightforward, some are more complex than others.  Ideally, you’d like to conclude your divorce as quickly as possible,...

You know that you're going to be ordered to pay child support during the divorce. It feels inevitable. The income disparity between you and your ex is just too great. Though you are going to share custody, you're still going to have to make those payments. What you're...

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...

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...