One of the main reasons people file on fault first isn’t because that would necessarily be their first choice. Many women would prefer to negotiate a separation agreement instead, and not only because an uncontested divorce is typically cheaper, easier, and much quicker. For a number of reasons, though, they may feel more or less forced onto the contested divorce track. I’m not here to discuss all the possible reasons why you might feel like you have to file on fault, but I am here to discuss … [Read more...]
Types of Virginia Spousal Support
Just like there’s more than one way to skin a cat (I’ve always hated that saying), there are about a million different ways that spousal support can be configured, especially if you and your husband are committed to negotiating an agreement, rather than going to court to litigate your divorce. Of course, as we’ve discussed before, spousal support is complicated, and depends on 3 factors, including: (1) need and ability to pay, (2) the thirteen statutory factors, and (3) the length of … [Read more...]
