When parents divorce or separate in Virginia, few questions are more important—or more emotionally charged—than child custody. Fathers often hear the terms joint custody and shared custody used interchangeably, but under Virginia law, they mean very different things. Understanding those differences is essential if you want to protect your parental rights, preserve meaningful time with your children, and avoid costly ...
One of the first questions Virginia men ask when facing separation or divorce is simple but important: how long is this going to take? Virginia divorce law follows strict timelines that depend on separation requirements, whether children are involved, and whether the divorce is contested or uncontested. Understanding these rules can help you plan financially, emotionally, and legally. Jump to ...
The only two certainties in life are death and taxes — and divorce makes both feel a little too real. Taxation in America dates back to Abraham Lincoln’s Revenue Act of 1862, and since then, Virginians have been navigating ever-changing IRS rules. When you're going through a separation or divorce, tax season becomes even more confusing. Your filing status, deductions, ...
Most Virginia men entering a separation or divorce expect emotional strain, custody disputes, and difficult conversations. But many are blindsided by something far more mundane — the mortgage. The marital home is usually a couple’s most valuable asset and biggest debt, and what happens to that mortgage during separation can shape your financial future for years. Responsible mortgage separation means ...
Financial abuse is one of the most overlooked forms of domestic violence — especially among men. Many husbands do not realize they are being victimized until their finances, autonomy, and confidence have been stripped away piece by piece. In Virginia divorces, economic abuse shows up frequently, often intertwined with emotional manipulation and coercive control. Understanding how financial abuse works is ...
Shared custody in Virginia can be one of the most rewarding — and most challenging — parts of co-parenting after separation or divorce. Whether you are just beginning to navigate custody or revisiting your parenting arrangement, the schedule you choose will influence your child’s stability, emotional well-being, and relationship with both parents. Virginia courts encourage meaningful involvement from both parents, ...
After the long road to separation and divorce, many Virginia men assume that a final decree means a clean break. But for those still paying spousal support, freedom can feel incomplete — especially when an ex-spouse begins living with a new partner. That’s when a critical legal question arises: How does cohabitation impact spousal support in Virginia? The answer can ...
If you're wondering whether you can get an immediate divorce in Virginia, you’re not alone. Many men facing a difficult or rapidly deteriorating marriage want to know if they can bypass long separation timelines or file right away based on their circumstances. The truth is that Virginia law allows immediate filing in certain cases—but not immediate finalization. Whether you can ...
The most expensive private home in Virginia sits on the largest privately owned parcel of George Washington’s former Mount Vernon estate. With a price tag of $60 million, it may seem extravagant — but it’s a reminder of one universal truth: for most families, the marital home is the most valuable and emotionally charged asset in a Virginia divorce. Whether ...