Family Law

Virginia families might face challenges after a divorce when one parent decides to marry another who has children. There are some things to consider when becoming a blended family.Finances are usually a complicated topic, so it is best to discuss expectations and...

If a Virginia parent is required to pay child support, they are usually responsible for payments until their situation changes or the child becomes emancipated. A child usually becomes emancipated when they reach age of majority, which is 18 years of age in the state...

If Virginia custodial parents in Virginia feel as if their children are in danger when around their ex-spouse, it is an issue that should be raised. In any child custody matter, the law places a premium on meeting the best interest of the child. Typically, a judge...

If someone is paying child support and becomes disabled, they are likely to end up with a smaller child support obligation. Child support obligations are tied to a person's income, and many individuals who are suddenly faced with disabilities see their ability to work...

Prenuptial agreements may be a practical way for Virginia residents or others to negotiate divorce terms before a marriage event takes place. While it may not seem romantic, it can provide a safety net in the event of a divorce, annulment or death. Statistics from the...

The Internet is a popular and frequently utilized communication channel. Thus, information sent across the Web or stored on a cloud server can become a key factor in major life events, including marriage, separation and divorce. Virginia couples who are facing the end...

Although every single parent in Virginia may not be married, all noncustodial parents should contribute to their children's financial and emotional care. Research indicates that the majority of children who are raised in a single-parent home encounter more financial...

When Virginia parents go through a divorce, the non-custodial parent will often be ordered by the court to pay child support to the custodial parent. Although Virginia has established guidelines that calculate an amount bases upon certain listed factors, courts have...

Based on a May 2 decision by the Virginia Supreme Court, same-sex relationships in the state will be given the same status as heterosexual relationships. Although gay marriage has been legal in Virginia since 2014, two lower courts had ruled that a man had to continue...

An estimated 40 percent of children are born to unwed mothers. Furthermore, a quarter of all children under the age of 18 are raised by their mother alone. Therefore, child support payments can be a critical source of income to stay financially stable while raising a...