A lot of relationships change in a divorce. For many people, that includes their bond with their stepchildren. Virginia stepparents who have not adopted their stepchild have no legal rights. You cannot maintain your connection to the child without court approval. Your...
If you’re in the midst of divorce, you understand the emotional toll it can take on you. Depression, anxiety, and feelings of failure or shame are common experiences after a marriage ends. Even if you’re ultimately relieved to finalize the divorce, it’s not uncommon...
It’s common for couples to open a joint bank account after marrying. After all, much of the expenses are shared, so it makes sense to pool resources. That begs an uncomfortable question: what happens to that account, and the money in it, during a divorce? It’s not...
