Posted By Ariel Baniowski •Divorce Family Law
Viewing Marriage as a Business and Divorce as the Dissolution
“Am I going to have to pay spousal support?” “I’ve been out of the workforce for fifteen years. Will I...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Divorce Family Law
Spousal Support Reduction Based on a Drop in Payor’s Income
In Virginia, a drop in the payor spouse’s income, even if significant, may not guarantee a reduction in spousal support....
Posted By Jonathan McHugh •Divorce Family Law
Marriage, Age and Divorce
While there have been several studies lately which point to a decrease in the overall number of people getting married, there...
Posted By Matthew Smith •Custody Divorce Family Law
Experts to Have on Speed-Dial for Your Contested Divorce
If you find yourself in the middle of a contested divorce and the stakes are high, you may need more...
Posted By Matthew Smith •Divorce Family Law
Four Advantages of the Mediation Process
So you’re open to reaching a fair divorce settlement with your spouse, but you don’t have confidence that the two...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Divorce Family Law
Is the Increase in Value of Investments Marital Property in Virginia?
In Virginia divorce actions, one of the first questions parties often ask is “who is going to get to keep...
Posted By Ariel Baniowski •Custody Divorce Family Law
Is There Any Advantage to Filing First?
Family law attorneys are constantly asked what, if any, advantage there is to filing first. Whether it is for divorce, custody...
Posted By Jonathan McHugh •Divorce Family Law
Spousal Support Jurisdiction Over Non-Residents in Virginia
Imagine a married couple separates and one party moves out of the Commonwealth of Virginia, with no intention to return....
Posted By Ariel Baniowski •Divorce Family Law
Boilerplate Provisions in Virginia Separation Agreements
When negotiating a marital settlement agreement or separation agreement, you will inevitably hear your counsel talk about certain standard “boilerplate”...
Posted By Livesay & Myers, P.C. •Custody Divorce Family Law
How to Maximize Your Family Law Initial Consultation
The first step for most people in obtaining legal counsel for a custody, divorce or other family law matter is...