What can I expect from a contested divorce?
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What can I expect from a contested divorce?
What Is a Contested Divorce? In a contested divorce, the spouses are unable to come to an agreement on issues such as child custody and the division of marital assets. In such situations, the litigation process takes longer to conclude and often involves increased legal fees.Jun 4, 2020
What happens if spouse refuses to sign divorce papers in Virginia?
You may be pursuing a property settlement agreement and counting on her signature for those papers. The only reason you and your trusted attorney are trying that route is to expedite the divorce, so if she refuses to sign, you move on with the divorce anyway.28 Jul 2017
What is a wife entitled to in a divorce in Virginia?
Yes. The Final Decree of Divorce must resolve and address custody and support of the minor children (if there are any), spousal support/alimony, and the division of the marital property and debts.
How long do you have to separate before divorce in VA?
In a Virginia Divorce, Judges Only Divide Marital Assets Acquired Before Separation. In a Virginia divorce, you must live separate and apart for either 12 months (with kids) or 6 months (without kids) in order to file a no- fault divorce.3 Feb 2020
Can I date while separated in Virginia?
First, unlike some states, there is no such thing as a “legal separation” in Virginia. With that being said, no one can prevent you from dating during your separation. It is not a crime to do so, and the court is not going to order you not to date. However, dating during your separation poses some potential risks.18 Mar 2019
