While there is plenty of advice out there about separation and divorce, very few articles address the unique circumstances that can come with going through a divorce as a very young adult. However, those divorcing in their early 20s are in a unique situation that...
When a married couple seeks to end their union, the issue of property division is among the biggest concerns. Some people may wonder whether the titling of property matters in a divorce. For example, if a couple’s marital home is under the name of just one spouse,...
Do you suspect that your spouse tried to beat the system during property division proceedings in a West Virginia court? When you filed for divorce, you no doubt understood that you and your soon-to-be ex would have to resolve certain financial issues, especially if...
In a divorce, some assets are easier to split than others. In recent years, a new asset with unique challenges has emerged: cryptocurrency. West Virginia individuals going through a divorce should be aware of the following possibilities and pitfalls of divorcing...
You may know that your marriage is over, but you may not be quite ready to move forward with divorce. Suppose you are ready to live on your own while making important decisions regarding the future of your West Virginia family. In that case, a legal separation may be...
For West Virginia parents, the impact on shared children is often one of the biggest concerns when ending a marriage. However, the question of how children will be impacted, or what to do to support them through the change, varies a great deal depending on their age....
Many spouses in West Virginia and beyond say they overlooked little faults or personality quirks in their spouses before they decided to get married. Some even say they found such nuances attractive or simply laughed about a partner’s lack of spontaneity or impatient...
Although ending a marriage is a personal decision, the implications can affect one’s professional life too. This is especially true for business owners, as the value of their enterprise could enter division of property conversations. West Virginia business owners...
Tax season is here once again, and many people in West Virginia may have questions about their returns. Some of the more common questions relate to spousal support or alimony payments. Just a couple of years ago, changes to the Internal Revenue Code impacted whether...
Ending a marriage or relationship with kids in the mix can be particularly tricky, both emotionally and logistically. Although this can be a stressful situation for a parent, it is important to remember that it is also a major change for the children involved. Even...
