Virginia Legal Blog
Making child custody work well after divorce
When Virginia parents make the decision to go through with a divorce, one of their main concerns is what will happen to their children. In order to provide them with security and stability well into the future, some may opt to co-parent. This is a type of child...
Prepare for divorce with a detailed property division checklist
Married couples typically commingle their assets, while also making joint purchases. From your family home to your vehicles, from your bank accounts to your retirement accounts, sharing is common. This is all well and good while married, but it can lead to various...
The importance of wills and what happens to an estate
When a person passes away, it is the responsibility of the loved ones left behind to decide what happens to that person's estate, possessions and money. They also have to make decisions regarding the funeral. When a person has an estate plan, it typically outlines his...
Getting married and worried about money, divorce? Get a prenup
When deciding on floral arrangements and reception locations, soon-to-be married couples often forget to ask themselves a very important question -- what if things do not work out? While it might strike some as a distinctly unromantic thought, it is an important...
Todd Palin seeks divorce from VP nominee Sarah Palin
The husband of one-time candidate for U.S. vice-president is seeking an end to his marriage. Virginia residents will know Sarah Palin as the 2008 Republican vice-presidential nominee. Her husband of 31 years, Todd Palin, is filing for divorce, allegedly because...
Spears and Federline modify child custody agreement
Virginia parents can petition a court to make changes to an existing court order regarding their children. The court always has children's best interests at the forefront when making child custody, visitation or child support decisions. These decisions, however, are...
5 critical steps to prepare your finances for divorce
It may not be something you're looking forward to, but it's a necessity to prepare your finances for divorce. With knowledge of your situation, it's easier to make confident decisions that will work in your favor in the future. Here are five steps you can take to...
How income affects the property division process in divorce
When a marriage ends, there are often significant concerns regarding what the financial future will look like. The terms of the final order will affect a Virginia reader for years to come, and a person's income structure will play a significant role in this....
Why do Virginia couples file for divorce?
The choice to end a marriage is not always an easy one to make. For some Virginia couples, divorce only becomes inevitable after months of separation, discussion and consideration. There are many common issues that can lead to this decision, and understanding why it...
Wills and smart estate planning steps for Virginia couples
Planning for the future is not an easy process, especially for a Virginia couple that just got married. It's difficult to know what kinds of legal protections are necessary and important for two people who may be young with lower incomes and little savings. Drafting...
