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The best way to receive child support from your husband after a military divorce is for him to voluntary assign it to you. However, many couples struggle with working agreeably after their divorce. Sometimes it may be necessary to obtain an order for legal garnishment of military pay for child support in Virginia. It's a...

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Actions that Can Cause You to Lose Your Non-Marital Property

In a Virginia divorce, both your marital and non-marital assets are taken into consideration when the courts decide how to reasonably distribute debts and assets. Non-marital property, also referred to as separate property, includes assets that are not a part of community property and are not divided between you and your husband.Separate property that can...

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Dividing Personal Property during a Virginia Divorce

If you are fortunate enough to be able to work amicably with your spouse towards a fair and reasonable Virginia divorce settlement, the best way to divide your belongings is to work together with the help of your respective attorneys and agree upon how to allocate your personal property. However, many couples cannot reach an...

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Domestic Violence and Military Divorce in Virginia

Domestic violence can happen in any family but military families are particularly susceptible. Military life can put a great deal of stress on a couple and this can sometimes lead to verbal and/or physical abuse. The military provides ways for domestic violence victims to seek help and justice. The Family Advocacy program responds to the...

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Collecting Child Support From Your Ex After Military Divorce

Although a Virginia military divorce may have slightly different rules and regulations than a civilian divorce, the post-divorce years present most of the same concerns and challenges, including difficulties collecting child support from an ex-spouse. If a court has ordered your ex-husband to pay Virginia child support and he is defaulting on his payments, you...

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How The SCRA Affects Military Divorce Cases

The Service Members Civil Relief Act (SCRA) is a law protecting military service personnel from civil actions. While the SCRA doesn't make a military member immune to lawsuits, it can delay civil court cases for certain periods of time. This act was created for servicepersons who are far from home and/or on a mission and...

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Transitioning From Military Life After Virginia Divorce

If you're a woman facing a Virginia military divorce, it's a good idea to be prepared. First, seek the counsel of an experienced Virginia divorce attorney to represent your best interests in court. Next, you'll want to prepare for the way your life will change after your marriage is legally dissolved. It probably took time...

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The period following your Virginia divorce is filled with adjustments for you, your ex-husband, and your children. If you were the primary caregiver for your children during your marriage, the Virginia child custody and visitation arrangements that come with divorce may create some anxiety for you. Your children will likely be spending at least some...

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