On behalf of Joseph H. Beale, Attorney At Law, PLLC | Nov 13, 2020 | Child Custody
A child’s life is full of decisions. Do they order apple pie or chocolate cake? Do they do their homework now, or go out to play and do it on the bus to school? Most of these decisions do not have significant consequences. They are not polar opposites. However, when a...
On behalf of Joseph H. Beale, Attorney At Law, PLLC | Oct 30, 2020 | Child Custody
As a parent, you would likely do everything in your power to protect your children. If you and your spouse are planning to divorce, this may involve making tough custody decisions. You may hope that your children can maintain a relationship with your spouse. Yet, you...
On behalf of Joseph H. Beale, Attorney At Law, PLLC | Oct 12, 2020 | Child Custody
It might take weeks or months for a complex divorce process to reach its conclusion. In that time, the couple will likely have to negotiate property division, debt division, support and custody arrangements. There might be several overlooked aspects of a parenting...
On behalf of Joseph H. Beale, Attorney At Law, PLLC | Sep 24, 2020 | Child Custody
When a couple decides that they are going to get divorced it can be an emotional time. If the couple shares children, a new custody arrangement will need to be worked out. In Virginia, the state allows courts to determine what is the best interests of the children....
On behalf of Joseph H. Beale, Attorney At Law, PLLC | Aug 13, 2020 | Child Custody
Co-parenting after divorce comes with a lot of benefits. Your children’s lives are going to change drastically, but sharing custody gives a chance for them to spend quality time and with each parent. And having the guidance of both their parents through it all can...
On behalf of Joseph H. Beale, Attorney At Law, PLLC | Jun 15, 2020 | Child Custody
If you’ve ever wondered if there is some kind of tool to help with all the planning and organization co-parenting requires, then you’ll be glad to hear that all you need is a cell phone. Whether you are hoping to improve your communication with your co-parent or be...
On behalf of Joseph H. Beale, Attorney At Law, PLLC | May 29, 2020 | Child Custody
It is not always easy for parents to decide how to divide up the custodial responsibilities of caring for a child after a divorce. When parents decide to end their relationship, they may choose to no longer be attached to their legal spouse, but they must remain...
On behalf of Joseph H. Beale, Attorney At Law, PLLC | May 27, 2020 | Child Custody
Child custody and visitation matters in Virginia are often documented in unique agreements and orders. These documents are legal reports that outlines what rights each of a child’s parents has regarding the child’s care and physical support. In Virginia, child custody...
On behalf of Joseph H. Beale, Attorney At Law, PLLC | Apr 2, 2020 | Child Custody
Deciding what to do with the marital home is a big issue in divorce cases – especially if you have minor children. Providing continuity for them can help alleviate their stress at a time when it feels like their entire lives are being uprooted. One way to do that is...
On behalf of Joseph H. Beale, Attorney At Law, PLLC | Mar 12, 2020 | Child Custody
Few legal issues are more emotional than child custody. Custody-related disputes tend to bring out the worst in people. Desperate not to lose their children, parents may resort to extreme or inappropriate tactics to turn their kids against the other parent – a move...
