Virginia divorce law allows for the recognition of personal and professional goodwill in the context of valuing a business owned by one or both of you. But just what is goodwill? What are the differences between personal and professional goodwill? And why is this so important. Keep reading to...
Read moreThere’s no other way to put it. Virginia divorce law is complicated – especially when it comes to splitting property. In large part, this is because the law mandates that all relevant property is identified as marital, separate, or part marital and part separate (hybrid property) to facilitate a...
Read moreApplicable state laws In accordance with Virginia law, a judge must take certain factors into consideration when trying to decide whether to award spousal support or “alimony.” However, when it comes to related questions, such as how much to award and how long someone must provide this type of...
Read moreWhen it comes to finding a qualified divorce mediator in Northern Virginia, you have several options. Selecting the person or team best suited to helping you and your spouse reach consensus on key issues and to end your marriage without court intervention is largely a matter of personal preference....
Read moreLike most litigation, traditional divorce cases are adversarial, pitting one party against the other. On the other hand, the divorce mediation services offered by Jonathan L. Kales and Amy Grillo Kales foster a cooperative approach designed to generate positive results. Specifically, divorce mediation allows you and your spouse to:...
Read moreIt’s not uncommon to see conflict in a long-term relationship. In fact, it’s perfectly normal for couples to clash from time to time — after all, they’re two separate people with differing opinions. Some couples try to avoid conflict at all costs. The problem with sweeping uncomfortable subjects under...
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