Many people consider divorce as a period in which they can engage in change. It is a period of upheaval and stress, but it is also often a period of growth, rebirth and redirection. You may also take the time to handle matters you may have been putting off, such as...
What happens if you fall behind on child support?
You suddenly lose your job. You get sick and cannot work. Whatever the reasons, issues with your job often result in financial problems. As a support-paying parent, this may cause challenges in your relationship with your child and your child’s other parent, as well...
3 things you mustn’t forget after your divorce
Even when the couple is in complete agreement about how the divorce should proceed, there is stress built into the process. Reaching compromises on support, property division and a parenting plan could take numerous meetings and revisions. When the couple is divorcing...
Options for addressing airline miles during a divorce
Traveling by air nowadays can be downright brutal. Still, if you can manage with narrow seats, angry passengers and other struggles, you may earn some airline miles for your trip. If you accumulate enough, you may be eligible for travel perks and other benefits. The...
When could property be both marital and separate?
When the court divides property in a divorce, it must first label each item as marital or separate. The court only divides marital property. According to the Virginia State Bar, some property may fall into both categories, which will introduce some complexities to the...
What should I know before starting a child custody case?
Deciding to seek custody of a child is an important process. You will need to show the court that you have the ability to provide the proper care to that child and why the court should give you custody over the other parent. Typically, custody is part of your divorce...
What sets grey divorce apart?
All forms of divorce cause stress, but some can create even bigger struggles than you may anticipate. Grey divorce can fall into this category. With grey divorcees at such a different place in their life compared to their younger counterparts, you should expect to...
How can you set boundaries with a narcissistic ex-spouse?
Most people do not enter a marriage with the assumption that it may end in a divorce. In fact, most couples dream of the rest of their lives together. Unfortunately, this does not always happen. While divorce is often complex, it becomes more complex when splitting...
How do child custody changes impact child support?
While child custody and child support are two separate legal issues, they can impact each other. The court will often consider the custody arrangements when determining child support payments. The Virginia Department of Social Services explains if you have a...
When can you modify child support payments in Virginia?
Courts make determinations about child support based on the circumstances of both parents and the needs of the children at the time that judges or magistrates make their rulings. If circumstances or needs change over time, a court may be willing to grant a...
