Divorce & Family Law News
Dealing with Pets During a Divorce
Often a divorce requires spouses to consider very emotional decisions. One of the emotional decisions is what do you do with your pets after you decide to split ways? Every divorce case is different so if your pets are important to you and your situation, it is...
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What is a separation agreement in Virginia – and do you need one?
A separation agreement in Virginia, also called a “property settlement agreement,” is a document that divorcing parties use to outline how they will dispose of or resolve the issues that arise from the marriage. This includes, but is not limited to, child custody and...
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It Takes a Smart Plan to Qualify for Medicaid Benefits
Much like estate tax planning was critical to clients over 10 years ago, I find that now long-term care planning is paramount for many people I meet. With the increase in our longevity, we must think about the cost of long-term care, which, frankly, has been...
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MNR Law welcomes Attorney Jessica N. Samms to the firm
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. – Mahoney Nashatka Richmond, PLLC is proud to announce the addition of Attorney Jessica N. Samms to the family law firm in Virginia Beach’s Town Center. Jessica comes to MNR Law from Norfolk Circuit Court (Fourth Judicial Circuit), where she served...
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What Is No-Fault Divorce?
In Virginia, there are two variations on no-fault divorce. First is if the parties live separate and apart for 12 months or more; either party may then file for a divorce on that ground. Second, there is an expedited, no-fault divorce which is a variation that...
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What is a Guardian Ad Litem?
In Virginia, a guardian ad litem (hereinafter "GAL") is a licensed attorney who is appointed by the court to represent the best interest of the child. They are typically appointed in the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court but can also be appointed by a...
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