Many West Virginia parents are preparing to file petitions in civil court. Such petitions are often submitted to request divorce, although the reasons that have prompted such requests are unique to each spouse. A particular judge overseeing a case may issue temporary...

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The role of witnesses in a divorce case
Going through a divorce can quickly turn into a complex situation. When you and your spouse cannot agree on how to divide your assets, the resulting litigation becomes even more critical. Building your case can depend on critical details that support the ultimate...
What happens after a divorce is finalized?
Many West Virginia individuals look forward to the day they can “finalize” their divorce. Usually, this means looking forward to the day when the dotted line is signed and all details are agreed upon. While this is certainly a momentous occasion, it is important to...
Divorcing young: dos and don’ts
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...
Can titling impact property division in divorce?
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,...
Cryptocurrency can be a sticking point in divorce
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...
How does a child’s age impact his or her divorce experience?
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....
Filing for divorce from a narcissistic spouse
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...
Factors that impact risk to business in divorce
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...
Prioritize the health of you and your children in divorce
When a marriage ends in divorce, it impacts the two spouses along with everyone around them. If the two share children, the potential impact may feel more pronounced as divorce has the potential to affect them for the rest of their lives. Parents may worry that one...