Sometimes parents who are going through divorce fear that their children will not be able to cope with the change. Although children may initially struggle with their parents’ divorce, research has shown that most children are able to bounce back within the first two...
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Child custody and co-parenting — is it more work?
Effectively co-parenting after divorce can be difficult but worthwhile for parents and children alike. However, working together with an ex-spouse is not always as easy it may seem. West Virginia parents who are considering co-parenting or wondering if they need to...
Make sure you are prepared for divorce
Deciding to end a marriage might feel easy enough -- a couple files, divides up their assets and then they are done. However, taking a casual approach to divorce can ultimately lead to disaster. Here are a few things that West Virginia couples may want to keep in mind...
Property division, more affected by tax changes
The month of January usually sees higher rates of divorce than any other time of year. While this spike in filings is normal, the resulting divorce processes might not be. Recent changes to the tax law will affect how West Virginia couples handle things like property...
Protect your retirement from your second property division
Finding love after a divorce can be a truly wonderful experience. However, as most people already know, retirement can take a hard hit during that first divorce, sometimes making it feel more difficult for that second marriage to truly succeed. In order to fully...
Is separate maintenance right for you?
Divorce is not the only option for unhappy couples in West Virginia who are ready to end their relationships. If you and your spouse want to separate but remain legally married, you have the option to do so. The act of separate maintenance has many benefits and can...
Alimony attorneys consider impact of tax law changes on clients
As West Virginia readers know, several new tax laws will be in effect at the beginning of the year. Very soon, couples walking through divorce will have to rethink how spousal support payments will work and what they could mean for a person's taxes. Alimony attorneys...
Can a long commute affect my marriage?
Marriage can be an enjoyable prospect, enhancing the quality of your life and making your days better. It can also be a challenge. Added stressors like children, work schedules, household responsibilities, money and extended family can create difficulty in any...
Pets and property division — staying out of court might be best
Most pet owners in West Virginia would agree that their pets are not property -- they are family. However, for the purpose of property division, state family law treats most people's four-legged babies as little more than another asset that must somehow be divvied up...
Remarrying after divorce? Consider a prenup
Ending a marriage can be an overwhelming and difficult process, and some who have been through the experience in West Virginia come out the other side feeling as if they are done with marriage. With time these feelings often fade, and many go on to find new love after...


