Virginia courts determine the proper monetary amounts for spousal support, or alimony as it's called in other states. There are specific guidelines and criteria that the courts use to make assessments. Factors the court considers Each divorce and alimony decree is...
Divorce
How a divorce can affect your estate plan
Virginia residents who are going through a divorce should not overlook how their property settlements might affect their estate plans. Careful drafting of property settlement agreements involving life insurance is important to avoid potential problems. Life insurance...
What are the smaller signs of parental alienation?
When parental alienation strikes, many parents falsely assume it will happen in a big way. This mistake can cost you everything. Often, by the time big signs show up, an alienating parent has already spent significant time working on their plan. So what can you do to...
Your divorce, spousal support and the Virginia alimony tax law
If you and your spouse are ending your marriage, you face either a contested or uncontested divorce. Either way, the subject of alimony may come into play. When deciding on an alimony award, the court will consider several factors. A recent change in the tax law will...
Should you keep the marital home in a gray divorce?
Splitting up with your spouse at an older age can pose particular challenges when it comes to dividing your assets. If you are closer to retirement, you know you have fewer working years left than if you divorced while young, so questions like what to do with the...
A new job offer may mean modifying a child custody agreement
The dream job you had your eye on is now yours, but it means relocating from Arlington to Norfolk, VA. Your 10-year-old son will go with you and the current child custody agreement will require modification. Will the court approve? Considerations from the court Judges...
Awarded damages as separate and marital property in divorce
Virginia approaches divorce with an eye for equitable distribution, but the process for determining what is marital property can be an interesting puzzle — especially when factors such as workers' compensation or other damages come into play. It might seem strange to...
How long does a Virginia divorce take?
For most people, divorce is a lengthy process. However, how lengthy it will be for you will boil down to two main factors: Whether your divorce is contested or uncontested, and whether you and your spouse have children together. While there is no way to anticipate how...
How is child support determined?
Getting divorced when you have children may leave you facing concerns about their well-being and your ability to provide for their needs without the support of a spouse. Depending on your situation, Virginia courts may rule in your favor to require your former spouse...
Cashing out 401(k) funds in a divorce
For many of those in Manassas going through a divorce, the process will inevitably bring them a good deal of relief from no longer having to deal with the tension associated with their marriages. At the same time, they may also face some uncertainty if they were not...
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