Divorced parents in Virginia can work together for the long-term well-being of their children. Part of this is helping them successfully meet challenges they face, such as starting a new school year. Divorced parents can do this by working as a team when determining...
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Month: August 2018
Common mistakes that delay or derail bankruptcy filings
Debtors in Virginia understand that filing for bankruptcy might relieve their debt burdens and help them regain control of their financial lives. Although thousands of people approach bankruptcy courts every year in the state, the process requires careful attention to...
Survey says average Gen Zer owes more than $4k in debt
Debt isn't only a serious problem for older generations in Virginia. According to a survey of 2,000 young adults by a leading bank and brokerage firm, individuals ranging in age from 16 to 20, referred to as Generation Z, have an average debt of just over $4,300....
Yes, You Can (Probably) Visit Your Child at School
By: Britney McPheron, associate attorney at Bowen Ten Long & Bal, PC Back to school often means back to the typical custody schedule for a lot of parents whose children don't live with them during the academic year. With work, school, extracurriculars, and life...
The differences between types of child support cases
Parents in Virginia may find the topic of child support to be somewhat confusing as there are multiple ways payments can be arranged. However, the different types of child support cases are necessary as they are needed by the government to keep track of the children...
Understanding the child support system
Newly divorced parents in Virginia may be confused about the different types of child support cases that exist. While some exes handle child support privately by paying it directly to the custodial parent, others pay child support through a state system. The type of...
6 Tips For Working with Your Child’s Guardian ad litem
1. COOPERATE: Your child's GAL usually has a limited amount of time to gather information about your child and family. Help her by providing information and facts relevant to the issues before the Court. Remember- the Guardian ad litem is not your...
Student loan debt could lead to divorce
In Virginia and across the country, much attention has been paid to the social issues that surround the nation's growing student loan debt. Young people are particularly affected by educational debt and are graduating from college and university with larger burdens...