Is it Cheaper to Keep Her (or Him)? What Property is Subject to Division in a Virginia Divorce?
An important consideration for individuals contemplating a Virginia divorce is what property they will be giving up during the process. One might ask, will my spouse get a piece of everything I have or are there some things that are just not up for grabs? The answer is that only “marital property” or the portion[…]
Oh no! I got married! How to Erase an Invalid Marriage in Virginia
If you are in a marriage that is quickly devolving, you might wonder whether divorce is your only option. For most people, the answer will be yes; however, this presupposes you have a valid marriage in the first place. Some marriages are void ad ibnitio – void from the outset, and some other marriages are[…]
Digital Evidence in Divorce: Avoiding Unlawfully Obtained Evidence
Perhaps you suspect your spouse in cheating, or hiding assets, or both. Perhaps, you have discovered your spouse has a secret life you knew nothing about. Maybe your spouse has been in charge of the family’s finances for years, and you feel as though you have been kept in the dark and want to know[…]