Contested Divorce Lawyers Hampton VA
Contested Divorce Lawyers Hampton VA
While no divorce is never easy, if your divorce is contested, it ensures that your journey forward will be highly challenging. One of the most important steps you can take, however, to protect your financial and parental rights and to help you navigate the complicated path ahead is consulting with an experienced contested divorce lawyer in Hampton, VA, sooner rather than later in the process.Â
Uncontested Divorce in the State of Virginia
In order to better understand contested divorce in Virginia, it’s essential to consider what an uncontested divorce encompasses. When a divorce is uncontested, the couple not only agrees to the divorce but must also have a written separation agreement in place that delineates the following (for their mandatory minimum separation of six months – if they have no children – or for their mandatory minimum separation of one year if they share children):
- Child custody arrangements and child support for the children of the marriage
- The fair and equitable division of marital property
- Alimony (if it applies)
- A statement regarding the irreconcilable differences that preclude them from remaining married and their intention to divorce
There is a lot going on in an uncontested divorce, but if you and your divorcing spouse can hammer out terms that you are both willing to accept, it can save you considerable time, heartache, and expense. This, however, isn’t always possible.Â
If Your Divorce Is Contested
If you and your divorcing spouse hit a snag on any of the terms related to your divorce and cannot come to an agreement regardless of your attempts to do so, your divorce is contested. This does not mean, however, that you are required to spontaneously agree in order to stay in uncontested territory. Instead, you can use every resource available to you in your efforts to reach an agreement, including extensive negotiations that include the professional legal counsel of your respective divorce attorneys and even alternative dispute resolution (ADR) options, such as mediation.Â
At mediation, a professional mediator who is a neutral third party with considerable experience helping couples resolve complex divorce issues will attempt to guide you and your divorcing spouse – along with your respective divorce attorneys – toward compromises on those divorce issues that remain unresolved.Â
Turning to the Court
If you and your soon-to-be-ex are unable to find common ground regardless of how much effort you put into it, you will need to pursue a contested divorce, which means turning to the court to resolve the terms that remain undecided for you. While letting go of your decision-making power regarding these important matters is difficult, it is sometimes necessary. For instance, if your divorcing spouse is invested in making the divorce as complicated as he or she possibly can, the court’s intervention is likely inevitable. Additional complications that make a contested divorce more likely include high assets, business ownership, and other financial difficulties.Â
Turn to an Experienced Contested Divorce Lawyer in Hampton for the Legal Guidance You Need
The experienced contested divorce lawyers at Mahoney Richmond Thurston, PLLC, in Hampton have a wealth of experience guiding complex cases like yours toward favorable resolutions. We’re on your side, so please don’t wait to contact us today.
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I worked with Nicole Thurston, Joy, and Nancy and they were all amazing to work with. They went above and beyond to help me fight in my custody battle and my son is now doing excellent. They cared about the outcome of our case showed how much they cared. He has straight A's, on the Principal's list, and getting college offers and letters from congressmen to congratulate him for his success. We would not have gotten this far it was not for this legal team fighting day and night to give us the best possible outcome. Thank you all for everything you have done for our family. Sincerely, Tamara
Nicole handled my divorce, she was professional and detailed. If I had a question it was usually answered the same day. In court, she was very professional, had all details, and was fully ready to represent me. I could not have asked for a better attorney to represent me!
I am very impressed with Andy's capabilities - he is a talented young lawyer.
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I did my research on divorce and family law attorneys before contacting anyone. A trusted friend had used Nicole and her team's services previously and highly recommended her. Entering the MNR Law offices I met their receptionist. Her smile both lightened the mood and removed some of the stress from the streets. I found the conference room to be well lit, supplies readily available, and the conduct of the staff I encountered to be well above everyday professional courtesy. Nicole was the first attorney I met with and after our initial meeting, discussing options, criteria, contractual obligations, and services that would be contracted for, I confidently chose her to be my legal counsel. The contracts were explained in detail and reviewed prior to initiating our financial transactions, and I feel I received more than what I contracted for. I paid for professional services; what I got included personalized service, the respect, and distinction of being an individual. My concerns were thoroughly vetted and understood from a personal level and translated to what I wanted and needed on a professional legal level. The team prepared the battlefield and for potential contingencies, ready to execute, ready to win. We faced the opposition…
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Listen, I did the circuit of family lawyers in Virginia Beach and Andy is, hands down, the most honest, capable, genuine, and reliable lawyer around.
Reeves Mahoney did an outstanding job as my attorney during a recent contested custody battle. Knowledgeable, honest, and direct, I appreciated Reeves’ sage counsel during an incredibly difficult and anxious time. Reeves and his team provided excellent guidance and successfully navigated me through the heretofore unfamiliar minefield of family law. Reeves is one of the finest, if not the finest family law attorneys in Hampton Roads and enjoys a stellar reputation in the family law system.
Nicole was amazing to work with for my son's adoption finalization. She was extremely personable, always responded quickly to any questions, calls, or emails, and extremely nice! She made the final stages of our adoption journey amazing!
I am very thankful for all of your services. I don’t know how I would have gotten through this without you all. Your help was priceless.
I will never regret seeking (Reeves Mahoney’s) counsel … You’ve given me a lot of great advice and insight and that I’ll never regret any penny that I paid to gain that. … I just wanted to let you know that you provided a great service to me today and I will be eternally grateful.
Nicole knew exactly how to handle to my situation, doing so rapidly; conformed to my wishes, no drama. Amazing advocate: excellent skills explaining complex legalese in everyday terms. Great sense of humor: explains difficult topics; diffuses stressful situations. Guide & confidant. Earned my trust & maintained it throughout. Quality of service was outstanding! Value is phenomenal Follows up on questions & requirements, often same day, with quality details in clear & concise communications
Andy and his paralegal, Nancy, are wonderful. I had an entire custody reversal made, which I have come to understand is a rarity. Andy is clearly knowledgeable about family law and well respected by the court.
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