In their child custody agreement, parents divide their parenting responsibilities as well as time with their children. But many parents might wonder: what if the other parent is unreliable or unfit? Will they still have to share custody and visitation? Virginia family...

When spouses have children, they can rarely cut off all communication and contact with each other after a divorce. After all, they are both still parents. And if both parents wish to continue playing a role in their child’s life, then they will generally have to...

Many people see Halloween as the kick-off to the holiday season. Before we know it, Thanksgiving and Christmas will be upon us. For divorced parents and their families, the holiday season can bring even more stress. Many parents might wonder how they will divide time...

Finding a new rhythm after a divorce can be a challenge for both parents and their children. It can be tough to get used to single life again after a divorce and move forward as a parent, especially when parents must share parenting time between the two of them. So,...

Often, determining child custody can be a time-consuming and stressful process. However, there are some cases when parents, or even grandparents, cannot wait that long to obtain custody--especially if their child is at risk. If a child is in danger when they are with...

For many people, they cannot imagine how they will get along with their ex-spouse once the divorce is finalized. Others might still be on civil terms with their ex-spouse. Regardless, Virginia parents who share custody of their children must still maintain regular...

Going through a divorce can place a lot of stress on individuals, especially when it comes to finding a new place to call home.  Regardless of how couples divide the family home, parents will often have a new living situation. And it is critical to note that the...

In the past, it was more common for mothers to retain custody of the children after a divorce. This was usually because mothers were the primary caregivers. After all, it was not until the 1960s that women began joining the workforce in larger numbers than ever...