What happens when one spouse doesn't want a divorce? It’s a question many Virginia men ask when a marriage breaks down but their spouse refuses to accept that the relationship is over. Divorce is rarely a mutual decision. In many cases, one spouse is ready to move forward while the other insists on staying married. This situation can leave you ...
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 ...
Divorce is emotionally taxing—and it can also be financially draining. But if you’re preparing for divorce in Virginia, there’s good news: you can cut your legal costs significantly without sacrificing the quality of your outcome. Before we dive in, let’s bust one common myth: DIY divorce kits and “free” forms often cost more in the long run. Virginia has unique ...
This article is a part of our Family Law 101 series. What’s the Process for Divorce in Virginia? Divorce in Virginia can take as little as eight months or can drag out for years if the proper steps to divorce are not followed. Virginia divorce is not linear; your choices through the process can lead to different paths. This brief ...
Catcher Eric Fila’s humble gesture — shaking the umpire’s hand in thanks even as the opposing team scored a walk-off single in a state quarterfinal baseball game — exemplifies Virginia sportsmanship. Fila’s moment happened to become a viral video as the 10-inning game went from contested to uncontested. Your Virginia divorce also can go from contested to uncontested. Jump to ...
Legalese is not the same as Latin. If you want to spot some legalese, dig out your paperwork from your last automobile purchase; it is no doubt brimming with “parties of the first part” and such. Latin is often a shorthand in the law, as with an Ore Tenus hearing. It sounds like a cheer shouted at Wimbledon, but it ...
J.P. Morgan is said to have uttered the flippant and famous quip, “If you have to ask how much it costs, you can’t afford it.” That was easy for him to say; he was a robber baron, paid almost no tax (ever), and lived in a time (the 19th and early 20th centuries) when Virginians had lifetime earnings that seldom ...
Raccoon tacos are one of the easiest recipes you can follow to put the masked Virginian critters to good use. And as raccoon tacos indicate, “easiest” is not always ideal. In the case of Virginia divorces, though, the easiest divorce may also be the best fit for most Virginia men: the uncontested, no-fault divorce. Jump to a Section The Fastest ...
Lawyers love words. Words like prima facie, estoppel, and amicus curiae. Here’s a word: poecilonym. The next time your drinking buddy pulls a bar bet on you, win your money back with this: What is a synonym for the word synonym? Answer: poecilonym (“poe-sill-o-nim”). Guaranteed you’ll win back any money you lost in previous bets. So what is a poecilonym ...