Any debt incurred by either spouse prior to the marriage or since separation is considered a non-marital liability. Determination of non-marital liabilities can only be made by mutual agreement or by the judge.
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Jason Swango is the founder of The Firm For Men, a Virginia family law firm serving the men of Virginia for over 15 years. Hailing from Terre Haute, Indiana, Jason is a resident of Virginia Beach where he and his wife have raised their six children. Jason is an impassioned leader and fierce advocate.