Divorce
The Merna Law Group, P.C., 3623 Virginia Beach Blvd., Virginia Beach, VA 23452
The Merna Law Group, P.C., 739 Thimble Shoals Boulevard, Suite 704, Newport News, VA 23606
Tel: (757)340-4070, Fax: (757)340-4894
Address separation of property, separation of debt, custody, child support and spousal support issues. Learn about Separation, Separation Agreement, Contested and Uncontested Divorce.
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SEPARATION
The first step after the relationship has permanently ended is generally for the parties to separate. Separation can be complicated by financial and emotional road block.
In general, Virginia law requires a one-year separation period in the case of an
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SEPARATION AGREEMENT
A separation agreement is an important legal document which insures that any agreement between the divorcing parties is stated clearly and may be enforced by the Court. The key word is “agreement”. If the parties are not in agreement or one party will not execute the agreement, a separation agreement may not be possible.
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CONTESTED / UNCONTESTED DIVORCE
An uncontested divorce is a divorce where either no significant issues to ligitate arise or where the parties are in agreement. The advantage of an uncontested divorce is generally less stress, conflict and, maybe most importantly, less attorney fees.
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Divorce Facts
The end of a relationship, even a short one, is a stressful and sad time. Starting on a new path or chapter of your life requires you to put the marriage and many related issues to rest. Our job at The Merna Law Group is to help you get that fresh start with as little stress as possible. Solving the legal issues is our job. Planning the rest of your life is yours.
SEPARATION
The first step after the relationship has permanently ended is generally for the parties to separate. Separation can be complicated by financial and emotional road block.
In general, Virginia law requires a one-year separation period in the case of an uncontested divorce. In there event there are no minor children and the divorcing couple have a legally binding separation agreement, a divorce may be filed after a six-month separation.
Under Virginia law there is no requirement for a court ordered “legal separation”. Legal separation is deemed to be in effect if the party is of the belief that the relationship is irreparably broke and has no intent to reconcile.
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SEPARATION AGREEMENT
A separation agreement is an important legal document which insures that any agreement between the divorcing parties is stated clearly and may be enforced by the Court. The key word is “agreement”. If the parties are not in agreement or one party will not execute the agreement, a separation agreement may not be possible.
A properly drafted and executed separation agreement insures that the parties can not change their minds. Additional, in a case where no minor children exist from the marriage, a separation agreement allows the parties to file for divorce after six months.
While a separation agreement general addresses separation of property, separation of debt, custody, child support and spousal support, decisions related to custody of minor children and support for minor children may later be altered by the court.
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CONTESTED DIVORCE
A contested divorce arises when the parties are unable to reach an agreement on key issues. The disagreement may arise over a single issue or may exist on all key issues. Unfortunately, because of the additional time, legal work and negotiations, a contested divorce can be an expensive proposition.
UNCONTESTED DIVORCE
An uncontested divorce is a divorce where either no significant issues to ligitate arise or where the parties are in agreement. The advantage of an uncontested divorce is generally less stress, conflict and, maybe most importantly, less attorney fees.
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