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If you are divorcing and you or your spouse own a business, the process of ending the marriage is both a personal and professional one. Thus, emotions can run high, and livelihoods can be on the line, so it is crucial to understand the legal process and strategies...
Alternative dispute resolution methods in West Virginia can provide a more streamlined and potentially less stressful experience than traditional litigation. Divorce mediation offers a collaborative approach wherein a neutral third party facilitates communication...
Dividing marital property is a major challenge during a divorce. Spouses in West Virginia have the right to an equitable share of the marital estate. If they do not have a pre-existing agreement with one another discussing how they intend to share marital property,...
The process of preparing for divorce usually involves a thorough review of one’s marital estate. Divorcing spouses in West Virginia deserve an equitable share of marital property and may be partially responsible for marital debts. Spouses typically make thorough...
Co-parenting after a separation or divorce isn’t always easy. Most parents must work together as much as possible to provide an atmosphere which enables children to thrive. This approach requires patience, communication and a willingness to compromise. The goal is to...
People often find the idea of filing for divorce a bit intimidating. Most adults have heard at least a few stories of divorce gone wrong, including scenarios in which someone cannot get a divorce despite desperately wanting to end a marriage. The idea that a spouse...
West Virginia, like a majority of other states in the country, has an equitable distribution statute. Couples preparing for divorce typically need to either settle property division matters themselves by reaching an agreement or go to court. A judge hearing a...
Divorce used to be a rare occurrence among older couples. In fact, for the longest time, when people thought of divorce, most envisioned a young couple. This was until the late 1900s, when older couples started to dissolve their decades-old marriages in much greater...
Divorces later in life have become more common in recent years. Many people realize that they have grown apart after years of marriage. They may decide to divorce before they retire or early in their retirement years so that they can enjoy their golden years to the...
The more resources married couples share, the more they have to disagree about during a divorce. Some couples in West Virginia have marital agreements clearly outlining how they intend to divide their property if they divorce, but most couples must settle those...