When a marriage is over, a Virginia spouse will find it beneficial to take immediate action to protect his or her financial interests. This may be particularly difficult in situations where there is a significant amount of assets to protect. A high-asset divorce is...
Year: 2022
Dealing with the difficult emotions brought by divorce
Children are often unable to understand the reasons why their parents choose to end their marriages. Kids may experience confusion, anger and disappointment, and they may place the blame for the divorce on one parent. These feelings can be difficult to navigate, and...
Regaining one’s financial footing after a divorce
The end of a marriage represents significant financial changes in virtually every area of one’s life. From where a spouse is living to long-term savings, a divorce will affect everything. In some situations, this process can seem financially devastating, and while it...
High-profile divorce illustrates the importance of prenups
While no one marries with the intention of divorcing at some point in the future, it is prudent to have plans in place in case this does happen. By drafting a prenuptial agreement, a Virginia couple may be able to avoid the complication and stress that sometimes...
Financial repercussions of decisions made during a divorce
In the process of ending their marriage, a Virginia couple will face the task of making decisions that will determine their financial futures. The choices they make regarding property division, spousal support and more will all impact their long-term interests and...
Celebrity expresses regret over failure to get prenup
While most people do not go into marriage assuming it will end at some point in the future, many in Virginia find it prudent to plan for this contingency. Divorce can be costly and stressful, and having a prenuptial agreement in place can make this process simpler,...
No prenup could cost Sylvester Stallone significantly
While most Virginia couples do not have the same financial resources as famous movie stars, they will still benefit from protecting their personal wealth and assets in case of a divorce. A prenuptial agreement allows for this if one’s marriage ends at some point in...
Preparing finances for the end of a marriage
A divorce will bring inevitable changes to virtually every area of one’s life. This is especially true for a spouse’s finances as he or she must divide marital assets, distribute joint debt and decide what happens to certain types of property. This is a complex and...
Is it best to legally separate or divorce?
When a marriage is over, a Virginia couple will face the challenge of legally ending the relationship and separating their two lives. This can be a difficult and complex process, and for many reasons, a couple may not be ready to proceed with a divorce quite yet. In...
How women can seek a fair outcome in their divorce
The end of a marriage represents the possibility of significant financial change for a woman. Traditionally, women earn less than men, and women are more likely to make the decision to stay home with their children. This means that a Virginia wife facing the...