While representing yourself in your divorce case may save you money on attorney fees, there are some DIY divorce challenges you’ll want to be prepared for.
Common Financial Mistakes to Avoid During a DIY Divorce
If you’re going through a DIY divorce, making these common financial mistakes can put an even greater strain on you.
When Should You Seek a Legal Guardian for Your Minor Child?
In certain circumstances, a parent may need to seek a legal guardian for a minor child during their lifetime. Here are a few scenarios where this may be necessary.
DCSE vs. Court Order: How Should I Obtain Child Support?
Whether you’re going through a divorce or are unmarried and simply need to set fair terms with your child’s other natural (or adoptive) parent, you may find you need to establish an order of child support. To obtain child support in Virginia, you can either apply through the Commonwealth’s Department of Social Services, Division of Child Support Enforcement (DCSE), or by opening up a case directly with your local court. Here’s what you need to … Read More
Getting Divorced? What You Need to Know About Partial Settlement Agreements
If you’re filing for a no-fault divorce but don’t agree on certain issues right now, you may be able to move the process along with a partial settlement agreement.
4 Important Considerations for Your Child Custody and Visitation Arrangement
If you and your spouse are divorcing with children, here are some crucial things to consider for your custody and visitation arrangement.
Juvenile vs. Circuit Court: Where Should I File for Support?
If you are not yet eligible for divorce but need interim support, you may be able to obtain a support order in Virginia’s Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court.
Am I Entitled to Alimony in My Divorce?
Spousal support, also known as alimony, is a common issue in divorce cases. This payment from one ex spouse to another is separate from any child support payments that the Court may order. Spousal support is often awarded when there is a significant income gap between the spouses. However, just because one spouse earns more does not automatically mean the other is entitled to spousal support payments. The Court takes many different circumstances into consideration … Read More
How Do I Modify a Child Support Order?
If you and your ex-spouse have an existing child support order and need to change it, you’ll need to file a petition with the court. Here’s how to do it.
How Does Step-Parent Adoption Work?
Step-parent adoption is a common family law matter in Virginia. If you wish to legally adopt your spouse’s child(ren), here’s an overview of the process.