Dating someone new after separating from your spouse can raise concerns about your divorce. Could a new relationship lead to claims of adultery or affect your case? Virginia House Bill 303 changed the state's adultery rules effective July 1, 2026. Under the new law,...
The first days after a separation may bring urgent concerns about your children, your home and how you will cover daily expenses. If you and your spouse disagree about these issues, waiting to start a court case could make an already stressful situation harder to...
Co-parenting after divorce can be a complex journey. Even with the best intentions, disagreements can emerge and complicate the situation. Unfortunately, these can escalate and result in negative consequences for your child. Learning the common challenges of...
In 2025, Virginia introduced essential changes to its child custody laws that could affect both new and existing custody agreements. It is important for parents to understand these changes to ensure they are following the new rules and protecting their rights....
Going through a divorce comes with a significant range of emotions. As you and your children navigate this challenging change, finding a new sense of normal can be difficult. Both you and your children will need support as you learn how to cope with the new changes in...
Coparenting is an excellent arrangement for many divorced parents, but it only works if you can put the past behind you and focus on the children. This type of agreement won't always be easy to handle and it's important to plan for disagreements. Always remember that...
Separated parents in Virginia may go through challenging times when their children say they want to change the custody arrangement. There are several reasons why a kid would make these requests. Examples range from serious situations like abuse or neglect to simply...
Children of divorce in Virginia often experience a wide range of emotions when a marriage comes to an end. Parents may be able to make the transition to a two-household life easier by being mindful of unofficial "rights" that their children have after a marriage...
In Virginia and across the United States, divorced parents may need to undergo parental supervision while visiting their children. A judge may order supervised parental visitations if the parent has a prior history of substance abuse or alcoholism. A court may also...
Summer vacation can bring schedule changes, and divorced parents in Virginia may need to adjust the parenting plan to accommodate those changes. This adjustment should start well before the summer begins. The aim should be to get both parents in agreement and provide...