We love to help educate our clients about their options when it comes to divorce and family law in Virginia. We have created this online article library as a way to empower our clients and give them the tools they need to be an active, informed decision maker in their legal matters.
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New Tax Law: Three Key Ways the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act will Affect Your DivorceRecent changes in tax law will affect several areas of your divorce.
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Modification of Spousal Support: Modification When Written Agreement is SilentOnly only certain circumstances can spousal support be determined "non-modifiable." Call Smith Strong, PLC: 804.325.1245
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Determining a Party as a “Parent” in Child Custody CasesWhen is a non-biological parent considered a parent under the law? Smith Strong can help: 804.325.1245 (Richmond) or 757.941.4298 (Williamsburg).
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Judges Can No Longer Delegate Judicial Decision Making in Child Custody Cases to Outside Professionals, Including GAL AttorneysVirginia case law shows that the court has discretion in determining custody matters. Smith Strong advises clients on custody matters: 804.325.1245
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Child Support Calculations: Averaging Yearly IncomeImportant information regarding how child support payments are calculated in Virginia. Call Smith Strong, PLC at 804.325.1245 for help.
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Business Valuation Reports: A Guide for Your Divorce ProceedingDividing property that includes a business can be a tricky matter. Smith Strong can help: 804.325.1245 (Richmond) or 757.941.4298 (Williamsburg).
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Business Records as Evidence: Hearsay Exceptions in Virginia Family Law CasesThere are some rules around using business records as evidence in family law court. Smith Strong can help: 804.325.1245.
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What To Do If You Anticipate An Appeal: Preserving the RecordArticle explains some of the key issues to note when appealing a family law ruling in Virginia. Smith Strong can help: 804.325.1245 (Richmond) or 757.941.4298 (Williamsburg).
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Dangers of DIY Property Settlement Agreements in VirginiaTrying to draft property settlements yourself is a risky endeavor. Smith Strong can help: 804.325.1245 (Richmond) or 757.941.4298 (Williamsburg).
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Standard of Proof in Virginia for Adoption Cases When Birth Parent’s Consent is Not GivenCourts will review 8 factors in adoption cases in which consent by the birth parents is not possible. Smith Strong can help: 804.325.1245 (Richmond).
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Support Orders Must Include Cost of Health CareChild support orders must include coverage of health care costs. Call Smith Strong for help with support questions: 804.325.1245 (Richmond) or 757.941.4198.
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Alimony Is No Longer Tax DeductibleAlimony payments will start to resemble child support payments in 2019, for tax purposes.