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Adultery, Condonation and Recrimination in Virginia Divorce

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Adultery is a fault-based ground for divorce in Virginia that a spouse can use to… Continue reading Adultery, Condonation and Recrimination in Virginia Divorce The post Adultery, Condonation and Recrimination in Virginia Divorce appeared first on Livesay & Myers, PC.

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Two Virginia Courts May Have Jurisdiction in Your Family Law Matter

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Family law cases in Virginia are heard in both the juvenile and domestic relations district… Continue reading Two Virginia Courts May Have Jurisdiction in Your Family Law Matter. The post Two Virginia Courts May Have Jurisdiction in Your Family Law Matter appeared first on Livesay & Myers, PC.

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New Law Makes No-Fault Divorce Easier in Virginia

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The Virginia General Assembly has made a significant change to Virginia Code § 20-106 concerning the requirements for a no-fault divorce. Effective July 1, 2021, Virginia law will no longer require a corroborating witness for a divorce based on no-fault grounds. In the 1871 case of Bailey v.

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Mediation of Virginia Family Law Cases During COVID-19

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The Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is raising special challenges for those facing separation, divorce, custody or support cases in Virginia. The Supreme Court of Virginia has issued an order temporarily limiting the types of cases that will be heard in Virginia. Types of Mediation in Virginia.

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Filing a New Family Law Case During the Judicial Emergency in Virginia

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In response to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, on March 16, 2020 the Supreme Court of Virginia entered an order declaring a judicial emergency in Virginia. The judicial emergency order limits matters being heard in Virginia courts during this time—however, courts are not closed entirely.

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7 Myths About Military Divorce in Virginia

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Navigating through a divorce can be overwhelming for many people. Both servicemembers and their spouses rely heavily on their friends and family for support during the difficult time of separation and divorce. Each state has its own set of laws governing divorce, and Virginia has a very particular set of divorce laws.

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Can I Oppose My Divorce?

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Your spouse tells you that she wants a divorce. Unfortunately, if your spouse does want a divorce, you can’t prevent her from ultimately obtaining one. If your spouse wants a divorce, you don’t have to do anything until she actually files and serves you with a Complaint for Divorce. This is not what you had ever imagined.

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