Couples approaching a divorce often do so expecting emotional turmoil and costly expenses. However, choosing to participate in divorce mediation in Northern Virginia can reduce the emotional toll of divorce on both parties and reduce costs. What Is Divorce Mediation? It is common for couples seeking a divorce to...
Read moreMediation is often an effective tool used to resolve problems and settle cases between divorcing spouses. It can shorten the divorce process, save money, and help lead to a peaceful resolution. To ensure a successful mediation, participants should follow a few ground rules. 1. Refrain from Interruptions Interrupting someone...
Read moreWhen a marriage ends, spouses usually enter a period of separation beforehand. There is no legally separated status in Virginia, but separation dates are still critical to a pending divorce. The date of separation refers to the calendar day in which at least one spouse elected to separate permanently...
Read moreJonathan Kales has been selected to the 2022 Virginia Super Lawyers list for excellence in the practice of divorce mediation and collaborative divorce. Virginia Super Lawyers are selected as part of a multistep nomination and research process that incorporates a statewide nomination survey, independent evaluation utilizing a 12 point...
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Preparation for Divorce Mediation: Expert Guide | Kales Law How to Mentally Prepare for Divorce Mediation Are you aware divorce mediation is an alternative to traditional divorce? Did you know that it takes mental preparation? Rather than litigation that occurs in a courtroom, which can be tense for many,...
Read moreIf you are considering filing for divorce, you may already understand the amount of decision-making that comes with it. You and your estranged spouse must come to an agreement on how you will handle things like dividing assets, calculating child support, and more. Creating a divorce agreement that is...
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