Pretty much every parent wants the best for their children. Meeting their daily needs and instilling good virtues are excellent steps, of course. But, do you have contingency measures in place to ensure that your little one will continue receiving amazing care should...
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Why does getting married at a young age often lead to divorce?
Nothing is a guarantee of divorce, including getting married young. However, statistical analysis of marriages and divorces has shown that those who get married at an exceptionally young age have a higher likelihood of getting divorced. In fact, there are those who...
Don’t forget your estate plan as you remarry
If you’re preparing to get married for the second (or subsequent) time, you’ve likely got a lot on your mind. Don’t forget the importance of updating your estate plan. If you don’t have one, now is the time to get one. This is particularly crucial if you have children...
How to determine whether a spendthrift trust is needed
When it comes time to devise your estate plan, everything may not be cut and dried. You may have some potential beneficiaries you do not want to have unfettered access to the funds. You fear that they might spend excessively, use their legacy to drink or drug their...
When can you seek custody modifications in Virginia?
Child custody is not always cast on stone. When Ashburn parents divorce or separate, the court will always issue an order that outlines the custody as well as visitation arrangements. However, the court is always open to a review and modification of this order based...
What do children want to know in a divorce?
Divorcing as a parent comes with additional responsibilities. One of those is keeping your children informed of what is happening. Talking about divorce can be hard. You may be unsure about your feelings, as well as uncertain of how things are going to turn out. While...
When does it make sense to deviate from your parenting schedule?
Once an Oak Hill judge has signed off on your child custody agreement, they would prefer not to hear from you again. They hope that you, as parents, will be able to work minor issues out between you. You should generally aim to stick to the custody agreement you draw...
3 changes to make to an estate plan when you file for divorce
During a divorce, former spouses have to completely separate their legal and financial lives from one another. Often, the focus is on splitting property and sharing custody, but there is also estate planning to consider. Spouses typically include one another in their...
What can happen if you fail to pay child support in Virginia?
Most parents are eager to participate in the care and raising of their kids, even if they are divorced. Unfortunately, some noncustodial parents fail to comply with court orders concerning child support. Some reasons that they do are more common than others, as...
Mistakes during divorce that could result in criminal charges
Often, during a divorce, spouses' decision-making is clouded by emotions. People who have never been on the wrong side of the law often find themselves doing and saying things that are completely out of character. Pain and disappointment can manifest themselves in a...
