Child Custody

Deployed Servicemen and Child Custody Rights: What You Should Know

In 1940, the World was gearing up for war. Many countries were already in the fight. Nazis occupied Poland, and on September 27, the Axis Powers officially formed as Germany, Japan, and the Soviet Union signed the Tripartite Pact. In the midst of global turmoil, the United States Congress enacted the Soldier's and Sailor's Civil Relief Act of 1940 (SSCRA). ...

By |May 17th, 2017|

4 Sure Signs Your Divorce Is Going to Get Preeetty Messy

Divorces are extremely complicated and, to some extent at least, are all a little messy in their own right. Depending on your personal circumstances and what you get or don't get out of the divorce in terms of custody, possessions, or other rights, your emotions and dignity may be attacked and left vulnerable.  As divorce lawyers for men, we know there are ...

By |May 15th, 2017|

How Does Mental Illness Affect Child Custody in Virginia?

Years ago, you were diagnosed with a mental illness. You visited a psychiatrist, received medication, and over time, you got better. Your illness may still be there, but it's controlled. You wish you could say the same about your marriage. You and your wife agreed to part ways. It's better for everyone. You're a dad. Your daughter is beautiful and kind. ...

By |May 8th, 2017|

Preparing for Your Custody Trial: 5 Tips for Fathers

Psychologists warn against the human tendency to create “the other,” as in dehumanizing an opponent1. Perhaps the first and best piece of advice we can offer our male clients preparing for custody trials is to remember your opposition is the mother of your children. Any fight for your children begins with respecting yourself, your children, and your ex-wife. 1: Prepare to ...

By |May 3rd, 2017|

4 Brilliant Apps to Make Co-parenting a Breeze

You made it amicably through your divorce. You reached a favorable agreement on visitation. You and your ex-wife are even on the same page regarding co-parenting, each of you sharing responsibilities for your children. Only … she left you at Virginia Beach’s Tupelo Honey Cafe with the kids for a couple of hours because you forgot to check your messages, ...

By |April 28th, 2017|

Custody Questionnaire: Are You Setting Yourself Up to Win the Battle?

Going through a custody battle can be extremely stressful, often turning into a knock-down, drag-out fight. In order to fully assess the preparation needed to win your custody battle, we've got just the questionnaire to assist you. As you read through these questions, ask yourself if there can be any areas of improvement that can be made when it comes ...

By |April 14th, 2017|

Documentation Dynamo: Remarkable Recordkeeping for Divorce & Custody

Fighting insomnia? We recommend visiting The University of Queensland (Australia) website1 dedicated to the Pitch Drop Experiment. Thrill to seeing live webcam views of pitch, a substance that literally moves at a glacial pace, as it drips from a funnel. A funnel set up in 1927. A funnel with pitch in it intended to demonstrate whether pitch is a solid ...

By |April 5th, 2017|

I Want a Divorce but My Wife is Pregnant … What Should I Do?

Some decisions are marvelous and perfect, like opting to return to Mount Vernon for the Spring Wine Festival & Sunset Tour every year. Some decisions are regrettable, like a misspelled tattoo, or marrying the wrong woman. Tattoos can be removed; a bad marriage can be ended through divorce. If she is pregnant, though, you pause and wonder: should I, could ...

By |March 29th, 2017|

Six Separation Slip-ups to Steer Clear Of Straight Away

Virginia’s yellow sac spider1 is unfairly maligned. Contrary to myth, it does not have dangerously toxic venom. Many Virginians think otherwise, and mistakenly squash them. Mistakes are common, often propelled by popular myth. For example, the laws of Virginia allow you to divorce your wife after being separated for six months if you have no children -- that is just ...

By |March 27th, 2017|
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