(757) 552-6055Divorce can often feel like it takes forever. Even when both spouses agree that the marriage should end, the legal process can involve waiting periods, financial disclosures, negotiations, court requirements, and scheduling delays. When spouses disagree about property division, alimony, child custody, or other issues, the process can take considerably longer. While some aspects of […]
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How Is Property Divided in a Virginia Divorce? Understanding Equitable Distribution Laws
When you get divorced, you aren’t just ending your emotional and romantic partnership with another person. You are also untangling your financial lives. This means dividing up your assets and debts as part of your divorce. In Virginia, marital property is divided between spouses based on the principle of equitable distribution. This does not necessarily […]
Dividing Marital Property in Virginia: Who Keeps the House, Cars, and Retirement Accounts?
Dividing property is one of the most complex (and often contentious) parts of any Virginia divorce. Many spouses understandably want clear answers to questions such as: Who gets the house? What happens to the cars? Will I lose my retirement? In Virginia, the answer to these questions isn’t always obvious. Courts used a system known […]
First Steps to File for Divorce in Virginia
The decision to get a divorce is often difficult and may require both soul searching as well as a close look at your finances and options. However, once you have reached that point, you probably want the process to start as soon as possible. To start a divorce in Virginia, you will need to take […]
