A divorce brings about many life changes for West Virginia residents. Some of these changes are financial and involve the division of marital property. For many couples, the family home is one of the most valuable marital assets. Because of the value, and the...

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Coping with the stress and negative emotions common in divorce
Ask any person in West Virginia who has been through a marital breakup and they’ll likely tell you it was an incredibly challenging and stressful event to go through. When you think about it, divorce is not that different from experiencing the death of someone close...
What happens to the family home after divorce?
The financial aspects of divorce can cause contention for many divorcing couples in West Virginia. This is especially true when it comes to asset division and specifically deciding what to do with the family home. Even in a difficult situation, many people who are...
How to maintain a positive outlook during divorce
Going through a divorce in West Virginia brings about many life changes. Some of those changes are good, while others can present some difficult challenges. Sometimes, the thought of going through a contentious divorce can cause people to delay the process. But there...
Tips to financially prepare for a gray divorce
Divorce almost always causes significant financial changes for both parties involved. But divorcing later in life can be financially devastating for some West Virginians. When those over 50 decide to divorce, it is called a gray divorce, and it’s important to prepare...
The difference between contested and uncontested divorces
Divorce is not easy for most people in West Virginia, even under the best circumstances. Ending a marriage can bring about many life changes, some of which are difficult to adjust to. When one is considering filing for divorce, it’s important to understand the basics...
Know what to expect in a child support hearing
Child support is one of the many elements that can complicate a West Virginia divorce between parents with minor children. The idea behind child support is to help the custodial parent care for the child’s basic needs. When parents are preparing to go through a child...
These strategies can be helpful for single parents post-divorce
If you’re a parent, you would most likely agree that raising children can be a challenging experience. However, raising kids after a tumultuous divorce takes the word “challenging” to an entirely different level. In West Virginia and around the country today, it seems...
Finding hidden assets during the divorce process
Property division is an important aspect of the divorce process in West Virginia. Each spouse has the right to receive an equal share of the martial estate. However, some spouses try to hide assets in the process or misrepresent the amount of funds available for...
Considering a child’s best interests in custody proceedings
Couples with children in West Virginia who are planning to divorce have a lot of aspects to consider throughout the process. Among the most pressing aspects are who will gain custody over the kids. Child custody can be one of the most emotional and difficult items to...