Now that you've decided to end your marriage, you may wonder whether you need to hire a lawyer or if you can handle the divorce on your own. Though you may be a competent and capable do-it-yourselfer in many other...
There’s no doubt that ending a marriage can be a messy process. When tensions run high, spouses may lash out by saying things that are incredibly hurtful. Sometimes, this may even rise to the level of defamation—as seen in John...
Divorce is a devastating circumstance for all involved, no matter how amicable the divorcing couple is. While there are plenty of things to worry about, from finances to child custody, sometimes it’s the details that make things complicated and painful....
Divorce is a heartbreaking process. The goal should be for it to be as amicable as possible, especially when there are children involved. One way to accomplish this is through an uncontested divorce. This route will save you time and...
Divorce is difficult under any circumstance, but it is especially painful when children are involved. You likely have many unanswered questions. How can you best protect your child emotionally? What happens if you or a spouse move out of the area?...
Divorce is a devastating process. On top of the emotional toll, there are many financial and practical considerations to think about—especially if children are involved. While going through this difficult time, it’s important to ensure all aspects of your life...
The desire to start a new life isn’t one that’s unheard of when you go through a divorce. For some divorcees, this is as simple as moving to a new state. But there are some challenges when you share children...
Being married to a narcissist is a challenge because they don’t have the ability to think about anyone other themselves. They’ll use various tactics to get their way, and they don’t mind having to turn to manipulation or even abuse...
Military spouses may face more obstacles when they end their marriage. More laws must be navigated because a military divorce is governed by federal and Virginia laws. Understanding the differences from a civilian divorce can help assure that you do...
You know that you want to get divorced, but what is your reasoning? Maybe you don’t even have a concrete reason. Many couples seek a divorce because they simply “fell out of love.” This could mean that you just drifted...
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Richard F. MacDowell Jr. focuses his practice on personal injury, wrongful death, business representation, and family law. With over 40 years of experience, he is known for direct client access and aggressive litigation on behalf of injured clients across Northern Virginia. He founded MacDowell Law Group, PC in Fairfax and is admitted to practice in Virginia and Maryland, as well as before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit.
Bhavik D. Patel focuses his practice on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and civil litigation. A graduate of the University of Virginia School of Law, he is known for staying directly accessible to clients throughout the life of their case, keeping them informed at every step. He is admitted to practice in Virginia and is a member of the American Bar Association.
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