As the saying goes, life is not fair. Often, neither is a high net worth divorce. Even if you and your spouse hammer out a financially equitable split of the diverse assets you own, the divorce’s unpredictable emotional effects aren’t as easily compartmentalized and distributed. Whether you caught your significant other cheating or feel resentful because you sacrificed a budding career to be with someone who now Read More
6 Tips Preparing for Child Custody Mediation with Your Attorney
Child custody can be one of the most contentious issues during the divorce process. Even when both parents want to collaborate and develop solutions that will protect children from harm and meet each other’s scheduling needs, issues can erupt that can complicate the process and lead to heated discussions or, even worse, litigation. If you and your spouse work together to create your own parenting plan without court Read More
Top 5 Tips on How to Make Child Visitation in Virginia Easier
When marriage is no longer an option for couples with children, making child visitation an optimal situation should be a top goal for both parents. Even the most good-natured children can find living with a visitation schedule a difficult thing to handle. Divorced parents should follow the following five tips to make child visitation in Virginia as easy as possible. 1. Keep Opinions Between Adults. When children Read More
Creating a Child Visitation Schedule
When creating a child visitation schedule, it is important for both parents to be considerate of the wants and needs of each other and their child to prevent unnecessary stress and disruption to their lives. Here are some tips to use when planning a visitation schedule. Keep Things Amicable Even though you and your former spouse are no longer married, your child still has two parents. If you and the other parent Read More
Common Questions About Divorce in Virginia
Getting a divorce can be an overwhelming and exhausting process, emotionally and physically. If you are starting the process of divorce, you may have several questions. We have answers to five common questions about what the coming months will involve and how your personal situation will be affected by the decision to end your marriage. 1. How is Property Divided? In Virginia, property is divided equitably between Read More
7 Tips for Co-Parenting After Divorce in Virginia
If you recently got divorced and you and your ex-spouse share parenting responsibilities, you may have found that it isn’t always easy. To ensure the success of this arrangement, there are several steps you should take and several things you should avoid once your shared custody agreement is finalized. Establishing a Successful Co-Parenting Relationship After your divorce, it’s best to establish practices that will Read More
Dealing with Custody When the Other Parent Gets in the Way
After a divorce, it can be difficult for parents to work together and adhere to the terms of the child custody arrangement. Minor deviations from the visitation schedule or other aspects of the order are almost inevitable. Unfortunately, many parents face more deliberate breaches. If you’re sharing custody with an uncooperative parent, try handling the situation with the following tips. Avoid Escalation No matter Read More
Tips for Keeping a Detailed Child Custody Journal
While getting a divorce isn’t always easy, getting a divorce when there are children involved can make the process much more complicated. By keeping a detailed child custody journal, you will help your attorney in the process and may help the Court better decide the issue of custody. The journal will also help you feel more in control of the situation. Make it a Habit It’s best that you consistently write in your Read More
