Posted By Ethan Bundy •Divorce Family Law
Bed and Board Divorce in Virginia: Explanation and Statutory Update
The first step in every divorce is the establishment of a permanent separation of the parties. Whether one spouse informs...
Posted By Daniel Turczan •Custody Family Law
Substance Abuse and Child Custody in Virginia
Substance abuse disorders are a significant problem in the United States, with an estimated 48 million Americans meeting the criteria...
Posted By Teddi Bouffard •Custody Family Law
“I’m Taking the Kids!” The Threat vs. the Truth
Few things are more frightening for someone involved in a custody case than hearing “I’m going to get full custody...
Posted By Dianya Pu •Divorce Family Law
Can I Recover My Attorney’s Fees in a Virginia Divorce?
Contested divorces—particularly those requiring multiple days of trial—are expensive. Under the “American Rule,” litigants are generally responsible for paying their...
Posted By Christina Aguirre •Custody Family Law
Should I Request a Guardian ad Litem in My Case?
During contested custody and visitation matters, parents often wonder if they should request a Guardian ad Litem (“GAL”) for their...
Posted By Carl Chandler •Family Law
Close Relative Adoptions in Virginia
Most people are familiar with the concept of adoption—and many may have some idea that adoption standards can differ depending...
Posted By Michael Brackman •Divorce Family Law
When Should You Hire a Divorce Attorney in Virginia?
Divorce involves more than the end of a marriage. It also requires careful decisions about property, finances and custody. While...
Posted By Christian Campbell •Divorce Family Law
Dividing Digital Assets in a Virginia Divorce
With the growing popularity of cryptocurrency and other digital assets, many spouses going through divorce in Virginia are left wondering...
Posted By Margaret Byers •Custody Family Law
Disestablishment of Paternity in Virginia
In Virginia, when a child is born during a marriage, and the parties have been married for at least 10...
Posted By Ethan Bundy •Custody Family Law
Religious Upbringing of Children Under Joint Legal Custody When One Parent Has Final Decision-Making Authority
When custody of children is in dispute, the practice of religion and how it pertains to parenting decisions is often...