Things You Should Avoid While Separated From Your Spouse
Separation often serves as the first step toward divorce for many couples in Virginia. While this time apart can help you adjust to independent living and begin planning for your ...
Top Questions to Ask Your Potential Lawyer
Most people don’t need a lawyer in their daily lives. But when you need an attorney because you’re facing criminal charges, severe injuries, or a family law issue, the stakes ...
Tips for Discussing Prenuptial Agreements With Your Partner
More couples are choosing to sign prenuptial agreements in anticipation of their marriages. Prenuptial agreements no longer benefit only wealthy individuals; they can also help couples avoid a lengthy, emotionally ...
Modifying Child Support or Alimony: When and How to Request Changes
If you’ve been making child support or alimony payments to a former spouse, it can be a shock if your income suddenly changes drastically, making it difficult for you to ...
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Legal Protections and Resources
Domestic violence affects the lives of individuals and families in Fairfax, Virginia, and throughout the state. For survivors, safety and protection are of the utmost importance. Fortunately, Virginia law provides ...
Are You Responsible for Continuing Spousal Support After Retirement?
Retirement is a significant life transition that brings many changes, including financial adjustments. For divorced people who have been paying spousal support (also known as alimony), retirement often raises an ...
Tips for Making Co-Parenting Work After Separation
Parenting following a separation from your child’s other parent can be a stressful and emotionally challenging experience. Co-parenting effectively begins with making a commitment to your child’s happiness and health, ...
Modifying Child Support When Facing Job Loss
Child support in Virginia is determined according to the Virginia Child Support Guidelines. These guidelines consider how many children are involved and the income of both parents, so the child ...
Requesting Changes in Child Support Modifications
Getting a child support modification can be difficult, but the family law attorneys at Surovell Isaacs & Levy PLC can simplify the process of requesting those changes. We understand that ...
What is Parental Alienation and How Can You Fight It?
Divorce can be extremely difficult but even more so when children are involved. Parents are often concerned with how their children will cope with the major life change and how ...