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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Factors Determining Spousal Support in VirginiaHow spousal support is figured out in Virginia. Call Smith Strong for help: 804.325.1245 (Richmond) or 757.941.4298 (Williamsburg).
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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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Alimony Is No Longer Tax DeductibleAlimony payments will start to resemble child support payments in 2019, for tax purposes.
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The Abuse of Marital Funds in an Adulterous AffairIn this case, a husband was penalized for using marital funds in an adulterous affair. For help with spousal support, call Smith Strong at 804.325.1245 or 757.941.4298.
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Increase in Income Does Not Always Mean an Increase in Spousal SupportWhen income changes, this does not always mean spousal support will change. Smith Strong can help: 804.325.1245 or 757.941.4298.
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Life Insurance, Divorce, and Spousal Support in VirginiaHere is some updated information on requirements for life insurance policies and divorce. Call Smith Strong for help: 804.325.1245
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Hiding Assets to Prevent Being Considered in the Calculation of Spousal SupportHiding Assets to avoid paying child support is a bad idea with negative consequences. Call Smith Strong for advice: 804.325.1245 (Richmond).
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Adultery as a Bar to Spousal SupportSpousal Support is seldom granted when adultery has occurred. Call Smith Strong for help: 804.325.1245 (Richmond) or 757.941.4298 (Williamsburg).
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Separate Maintenance: A Form of Spousal Support When Divorce Is Not An OptionIf divorce is out of the question, but you plan to live apart from your spouse, separate maintenance may be a good option, as a form of spousal support.
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Social Security Spousal Benefits After DivorceThere are certain rules that apply when determining who will receive social security benefits after divorce. Call Smith Strong for help: (804) 325-1245 or (757) 941-4298.
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Lowering Spousal Support After Entry of a Virginia Divorce Decree: How Relocation and Imputation of Income Can Lower Spousal Support PaymentsRelocation of a spouse and other factors can allow for a lowering of spousal support in some cases.
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Pendente Lite Relief in Virginia"Pendente Lite" is a form of temporary spousal support received prior to a divorce becoming final.