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By Whitbeck Bennett

What a Woman Should Ask for in a Divorce Settlement

Often, women go into divorce proceedings overwhelmed by their new responsibilities and unsure of what a woman should ask for in a divorce settlement. The idea of going to trial is enough to worry...
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By Whitbeck Bennett

Should I Talk to a Lawyer Before Asking for a Divorce?

The choice to get a divorce is a major life decision, and asking oneself, “should I talk to a lawyer before asking for a divorce?” is common. Still, many separating couples, intimidated...
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By Wehinmi Shekoni

What is Considered Income for the Purpose of Child Support?

In a divorce proceeding involving the calculation of the parties’ child support obligation or in child support proceedings generally, the determination of income is a cornerstone of such support...
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By Whitbeck Bennett

Who Gets the House in a Divorce?

A home is a family’s most significant asset, and it’s only natural that many divorce negotiations revolve around the future of a family’s real estate. However, deciding who gets...
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By Whitbeck Bennett

Receiving a Domestic Violence Protective Order

Every state in the country has some form of legal order to prevent domestic violence.  Many states, like Virginia, call these orders “protective orders.”  Other states call them restraining orders. ...
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By Whitbeck Bennett

How Long Does a Divorce Take?

How long you go through your divorce will depend on several factors. In many ways, the length of time for your divorce depends more on non-legal factors than legal ones. In Virginia for example,...
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