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Divorce & Family Law Articles, Tips & More for Men

How Parenting Schedules & Overnight Visits Affect Child Support

When you annoy a clock, it gets ticked off. Virginia parents know five minutes of listening to a seven-year-old tell jokes can feel like five hours. But time itself — minutes, hours, days — is at the center of child support calculations in the Commonwealth. Jump to a Section Shared Custody & Child Support Time for Number Crunching The 90 ...

By |February 3rd, 2025|

The Hidden Risks of Using a Cheap Family Lawyer

So, you want to find a cheap family lawyer. When facing family law matters—whether it's divorce, child custody disputes, or property division—it’s natural to want to minimize costs. After all, legal proceedings can feel beyond overwhelming, emotionally draining, and expensive. Opting for "cheap" solutions or cutting corners when dealing with family law issues can often lead to much bigger problems ...

By |January 27th, 2025|

Harmonious Co-parenting with a Disagreeable Ex

Oppugnant. It’s a fine word, though few people know it. Use it the next time you are dealing with a disagreeable ex-spouse. A disagreeable spouse seeks discord, antagonizes you, or is openly hostile to you and your co-parenting plans. Remind your divorced spouse that being discordant, contentious, hateful or just plain nasty — serves no good, not for you, not ...

By |January 20th, 2025|

What Legal Rights Do Men Have in Divorce?

Virginia law can be quirky and outdated. For example, Virginia Code § 18.2-365 (still on the books) says married people cannot have sex outside of marriage. It’s a Class 4 misdemeanor but it doesn’t stop Virginia swingers clubs from … uh … meeting. Virginia law is largely designed to be gender neutral. With family matters like divorce, men stand on ...

By |January 13th, 2025|

Virginia Child Support

This article is a part of our Family Law 101 series. Jump to a Section What is Child Support? What are the Child Support Laws in Virginia? What Is Child Support Used For? Who Does Child Support Go To? Who Pays Child Support? How Much is Child Support? When Child Support Is Due At What Age Does Child Support Stop? ...

By |January 6th, 2025|

Criminal Child Neglect & Virginia Child Neglect Laws

Recognize this? “The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects …” It is the beginning of the U.S. Constitution’s Fourth Amendment, the origin of all “right to privacy” laws in our country. But what happens when a parent’s right to privacy leads to horrific crimes by that parent’s child? How do Virginia’s child ...

By |December 20th, 2024|

Your Guide to Divorce in Virginia

No matter where you are, divorce is stressful. In Virginia, the divorce process is nuanced at best. In this guide to divorce in Virginia, you’ll get a better understanding of the many intricacies of separation and divorce so you can make the most informed decisions possible going forward. Jump to a Section Filing for Divorce in Virginia Virginia Divorce Process ...

By |December 16th, 2024|

Everything Everywhere All At Once — Prioritizing Issues in Divorce

Steven Spielberg’s epic 2012 film, “Lincoln,” was one of many movies filmed in the Commonwealth. While the 2022 smash, “Everything Everywhere All at Once” was filmed on the country’s opposite coast, any man going through a Virginia divorce knows the feelings stirred up in the chaotic atmosphere of that movie. But how can you set your priorities through separation and ...

By |December 9th, 2024|

4 Essential Tips for Surviving Divorce During the Holidays

During the holidays, many people are full of good cheer and planning elaborate family gatherings. However, if you’re currently going through a divorce or recently went through one, you may not be feeling the holiday spirit. The first holidays alone can be a painful reminder of what was and what will never be again. However, if you have children, it’s ...

By |December 3rd, 2024|
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