If you’re negotiating a separation agreement with your husband, the two of you are no longer on the same team. You need to accept that your goals are no longer aligned, and you can’t fall into the trap of thinking of him as a confidante. A great deal of the art of negotiating a separation...
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To snoop or not to snoop? It’s an interesting question. There are as many people who say, “you shouldn’t be in a relationship if you can’t trust the person,” as those who say “don’t buy the car until you’ve checked under the hood.” The truth is, whether you snoop or not, technological advances have made...
The good news for those who are perpetually unlucky in love is that divorce today is (relatively) easy, and (sort of) quick to obtain. At the risk of boring you with my enthusiasm for medieval British history, I’ll fast forward to the juicy bits. Back in the 1520s, when Henry VIII wanted to marry Anne...
Are you considering a legal separation in Virginia? There are some misconceptions about the legal definition and consequences of separation, so it’s understandable that people considering this step may have questions and concerns to discuss with Virginia Beach divorce attorneys. Separation is the term used for the period of time that a couple lives apart...
Speaking with a Newport News divorce lawyer is an important step in the separation process, but there are also additional things you may do that might make the process go more smoothly. A separation means that you and your spouse no longer live together as a couple. While there is no such thing as legal...
While not technically a divorce, a Virginia Beach divorce attorney may be able to provide advice for same-sex couples who would like to dissolve their partnership. While gay couples can’t file for a legal divorce, they aren’t entirely without legal recourse. Any couple who cohabits, whether married or not, can seek legal help to separate...
With later life divorce becoming so common these days, it’s not unusual that Virginia Beach divorce attorneys are paying more attention to the unique issues that face older people ending their marriages. Just because divorce for older people – specifically older women – is no longer taboo, that doesn’t mean that it’s easy. Older people...
When you’re a parent getting a divorce, your children are your top priority. It’s important to understand the basics of Virginia child custody and to be sure you have Virginia Beach divorce attorneys on your side to represent your rights and your child’s best interests. When a child is young (infant through preschool age), courts...