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What is the difference between Separation and Divorce in Virginia?
In Virginia, you're separated when one spouse leaves the marriage with the intent not to return. That doesn't mean that one or the other of you has to leave the home, it just means that you make the decision not to live as husband and wife any longer. You're still married. You have to be…
How long do you have to be married in order to be qualified for spousal support?
In Virginia, Spousal Support is determined at a temporary support hearing. Based on the needs of the parties, relative incomes, and expenses. If you are in a Juvenile Court, they often apply the spousal support factors.
What are some of the non-monetary contributions that can be factored into my Virginia divorce?
If you're going through a Virginia divorce, you'll likely want to work closely with a Virginia divorce attorney who can walk you through the process and act as your advocate. Your Virginia divorce attorney can also address any concerns you may have about your divorce, such as whether or not you'll get spousal support in…
What is virtual visitation and how does it relate to my Virginia child visitation arrangement?
When a Virginia couple with children gets a divorce, the non-custodial parent often goes through the grief and pain of not seeing his or her child as often as before. To make the separation easier, some parents make use of technology to communicate with their kids. Recently, some states have implemented laws governing “virtual visitation.”…
What are some of the potential effects of my husband’s infidelity (and our subsequent Virginia divorce) on my children and are there any ways to minimize the impact?
Your husband's infidelity and your subsequent Virginia divorce can have a strong impact on your children because it will upset the normal rhythms of family life and inevitably lead to strife between you and your spouse. Many people assume, when they first begin an affair, that it will not affect their life or their family….
Is there anything that is off-limits to discuss with my Virginia Beach divorce attorney?
During your divorce, some personal information may need to be brought to light and discussed with your Virginia Beach divorce attorney. This can be a difficult part of the divorce process for many women, especially those who consider themselves to be private people by nature. At times, however, some clients become so comfortable with their…
Should I make changes to my will after a later life divorce in Virginia?
A will is an important document that lays out your wishes for the distribution of your assets. If you created your will when you were still married to your spouse, you should make changes to it now that you've gone through a later life divorce. Virginia divorce is a major event that affects every part…
Can my children still use my husband’s Post 9/11 GI Bill education benefits if we are getting a Virginia divorce?
The Post 9/11 GI Bill is one of the many benefits of military service. It provides education funds for military members, and allows them to transfer benefits to spouses and children. With the increase in military divorce, many military spouses have questions about this Bill and how it will be affected once their marriage is…
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