Married couples often open joint bank accounts to manage their household expenses more efficiently and save for common goals. Unfortunately, these accounts can lead to complications if the couple decides to part ways. What should you know about the challenge of...
In Virginia, the law requires that property division during divorce be fair. Reaching a fair outcome can be challenging, however, especially when a couple has made significant investments in real estate. Knowing how to manage these assets can help both parties reach a...
Paying child support is an important responsibility for many people who are no longer living with their child’s other parent. It can be one of the most challenging aspects of getting a divorce. Parents who expect to owe support should understand how courts calculate...
Getting divorced later in life may present unique considerations. For instance, high-net-worth couples in their 70s can face specific challenges. In Virginia, where divorce laws can be complex, understanding these factors is important for a fair and amicable...
Facing the challenges of regaining custody of your children after serving time in jail can be overwhelming. With dedication and the right approach, however, it is possible to rebuild your relationship with your kids. By following a few important steps, you can tackle...
Divorce is a tough situation for families, and it can have a big effect on kids. The American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy reports that as many as 25% of children whose parents divorce go on to display emotional and behavioral issues. This alarming...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a divorce rate of 1.4 per 1,000 people in Texas in 2021. Going through a divorce is a significant life event with far-reaching consequences, including financial matters. Amid the emotional and practical...
Gray divorce, the dissolution of a marriage later in life, can be a significant life event not just for the couple but also for their adult children. A 2022 study in the Oxford University Press revealed that 36% of divorces involve couples over the age of 50, so this...
Divorce impacts children in ways adults may have difficulty understanding. Absorbed in their troubles, parents often fail to recognize the suffering of their children, who have no control over the sudden upheaval of their world. A parent may even force his or her...
One of the most challenging aspects of a divorce is breaking the news to the kids. You and your partner may struggle to find the right words without adding to the pain of the news. This is normal, but there are ways that you can lessen the blow and have an effective,...