Mental Health Considerations & the Dissolution of a Family
May is Mental Health Awareness month, and there's little doubt that changes in a family' structure presents a mental health challenge to everyone impacted.
Laying the Groundwork for Divorce in Virginia
Are you considering getting a divorce in Virginia? The process is governed by Virginia law, particularly Title 20 of the Virginia Code. There are many requirements and details that can trip you up, which is why we always recommend consulting with a family law attorney to get clarity on your status and options.
5 Questions About Divorce & Estate Planning | Divorce Lawyer
Kate Reese and Andrea Weiss Bryk discuss estate planning and some of the reasons that a divorce in Virginia is a life change that should prompt preparation or review of your estate plan.
The Importance of a Co-Parenting Agreement
When a married couple decide to divorce, the children are a major consideration since they play such an important part of their lives. Even unmarried parents who go through a split will need to make some plans.
When Getting a Divorce, Don't Forget Your Taxes
When a major change occurs in the family, the IRS will take an interest. Getting a divorce has tax consequences that frequently come up as an issue. While there are many ways that taxes are impacted by a divorce, here are some of the most significant to keep in mind.
Separation in Virginia When Living Together
In order to get a divorce in Virginia, spouses must first separate for six months to one year depending on circumstances. But living in separate homes can present a real challenge to some spouses.
Handling the Stress of Family Transitions
When it comes to life's biggest stressors, the majority involve transitions within the family. Change within this unit creates uncertainty that is both a challenge and an opportunity.
8 Steps to Using the Collaborative Process
As an alternative to litigation, the Collaborative Process offers the parties an opportunity to work together to reach an amicable resolution of the family law issue before them, whether it is divorce, a Premarital Agreement, post-divorce issues, or anything between.
Social Security and Divorce
With every paycheck, a person pays into social security and they accrue the right to benefits upon retirement. For many, this is a critical resource to make ends meet later in life. When a married person reaches retirement age, social security will pay the higher of the individual’s own retirement benefit or up to one half of their spouse’s benefit. But what happens if the couple divorces?
Getting an Uncontested Divorce in Virginia
In Virginia, married couples can obtain an "uncontested divorce" if they meet all of the prerequisites and follow the correct procedures. As a streamlined process that minimizes the time and expense of a divorce, an uncontested divorce is highly appealing.
