Passport Issues In Divorce And Custody Cases
International travel with children can be a highly contested issue in divorce and child custody cases. In some cases, when international travel is expected or necessary due to a couple’s professions, they can incorporate mutually agreed-upon travel arrangements into their divorce settlement. However, in many instances, complications arise. Concerns such as a child’s safety or […]
A Deeper Look at the Emory University Study about “Divorce-Proofing” Your Marriage
In our last post, our Virginia divorce attorneys examined a provocative study published by researchers at Emory University that sought to determine why certain couples get divorced. The study sparked a media sensation, prompting many journalists (including some who should have known better) to give advice about how to “divorce-proof” your marriage based on the […]
Keeping the Engagement Ring: An Update
An engagement ring is often viewed as the ultimate symbol of love and commitment. But what happens when that love fades, the commitment is broken, and a couple calls off their wedding? The question of who keeps the engagement ring becomes a complex issue, especially in Virginia. In Virginia, property division during a divorce typically […]
Can Your Paramour or Mistress Be Forced to Testify in Your Divorce Trial?
Adultery as a Fault-Based Ground for Divorce As discussed in previous blogs, adultery is one of the fault-based grounds for divorce in Virginia. The question then arises: can your paramour or mistress be forced to testify about your sexual relationship in your divorce trial? The answer is both yes and no, depending on the circumstances […]
Paternity 101: The Basics of Paternity Under Virginia Law
A father has a legal obligation to support their child, and is entitled to ask a court for custody and/or visitation of their child. However, in order to do so, paternity must be legally established. Not only is establishing paternity important to fostering a father-child relationship, it is critical if you want your child to […]
The Importance Of Accurate Alimony Payment Reporting On Your Tax Returns
Alimony vs. Child Support in Tax Reporting Unlike child support, if you pay your ex-spouse alimony, you are allowed to declare the amount you pay each year on your income tax return and receive a deduction. Likewise, if you receive alimony, you are required to report the amount you receive throughout the year on your […]
Restoring your parental rights in Virginia
Termination of Parental Rights in Virginia The United States Supreme Court has recognized a parent’s interest in raising and caring for their children to be one of the most important fundamental liberties guaranteed by the Constitution, there are still circumstances under which a person’s parental rights may be terminated. If a parent has demonstrated a […]
The Grey Zone: Resuming Intimacy With Your Ex
Intimacy During and After Divorce The pull of attraction can be challenging to ignore, even when every other aspect of your relationship remains disastrous. Unfortunately, if you’ve recently divorced, or you are currently in the midst of the dissolution process, a rendezvous with your ex could cause major problems. Keep reading to learn more about […]
How Are Lottery Winnings Treated in Divorce?
Property Division Issues One of the most significant divorce issues that winning the lottery can impact involves property division. Depending on where you live, a court divides property you and your spouse acquire during marriage according to either “community property” or “equitable distribution” principles. If you live on the East Coast and filed for divorce […]
