Out of all the various cases that the courts oversee, divorces are among those that are the most contested and complex. After all, they deal with elements that impact people’s lives the most, such as the giving and receiving of money or property and the living arrangements for the children. No divorce is easy, but it can be easier to endure and more successful if you have the help of an experienced Norfolk divorce attorney on your side. Your attorney can help you every step of the way while keeping your best interests at the forefront of your case.
In the state of Virginia, you have the option to file a no-fault or a fault divorce. It is best to meet with a knowledgeable Norfolk divorce attorney before deciding which one to file. To be eligible to file a no-fault divorce, you and your spouse must not live together for one continuous year. If you reconcile for any period of time, the year will need to begin again. The only exception to this law is that if you do not have any children, biological or adopted, together, and have entered into a comprehensive separate agreement the required time is only six months.Â
A fault divorce must be based on a specific reason, also known as legal grounds. The reasons are limited and include:
It is important to note that if you choose to file a fault divorce, you will need evidence to prove that there are grounds for such a filing. Your Norfolk divorce lawyer can assist you in collecting and using evidence to prove this.
When you are facing a divorce, it is imperative that you have a Norfolk divorce lawyer on your side who will do whatever is legally necessary to protect your best interests. The attorneys at Mahoney Richmond Thurston, PLLC, possess decades of experience helping Virginia residents work towards their desired outcome in a divorce. Our attorneys can explore all of your legal options to create a strategy that will provide the best resolution for you and your family going forward. Do not try to handle your divorce on your own. Contact us today to receive your divorce case review.Â