Unclean Hands Doctrine and Its Effect on Support or Custody Order
Apr 22, 2025
The unclean hands doctrine is a very important common law principle that focuses on providing equity and relief to the party that has applied for it while ensuring that the said party can prove to the court that the other party has acted unethically, fraudulently, or immorally in tandem with the case or legal matter […]
Read MoreUnderstanding Partition vs Selling a Home During Divorce
Apr 22, 2025
A lot of states in the US typically solve complications in co-owned or jointly held properties through a process known as partition. For instance, if both parties own the home and cannot meet in the middle in terms of who is going to get what share of the asset, the circuit court may step in […]
Read MoreRole of Child Support Enforcement in Custody and Divorce Matters
Apr 22, 2025
Divorce, whether a contentious or a mutually amicable one, involves some very emotionally daunting elements, such as child support and custody. When a parenting schedule is made by the court, it falls on the noncustodial parent to support their child financially while the primary parent looks after the child’s well-being. However, in some cases, the […]
Read MoreWhen It Is Appropriate to Remove an Executor and How the Process Works
Apr 22, 2025
Upon writing and completing a valid will, the testator will also appoint an executor or personal representative to implement the document as per the testator’s instructions when they pass. As such, the personal representative has several very important fiduciary responsibilities to ensure they act in accordance with the law and wishes of the one who […]
Read MoreTypes of Court Orders Used to Divide Retirement Accounts in Divorce
Apr 22, 2025
While a divorce is an emotionally overwhelming endeavor, the process does bring with it a host of financial considerations for both parties, but mainly the primary breadwinner. This is why one of the most contentious and difficult phases of a divorce proceeding is the equitable distribution of marital assets, which also considers an individual’s retirement […]
Read MoreUnderstanding How a Potential Heir
Apr 15, 2025
Understanding How a Potential Heir Can Challenge a Will and the Litigation That Can Result Upon the passing of an individual, according to state laws, the decedent’s real estate (which comprises a portfolio of their properties, cash, accounts, etc., if any) is to be distributed as stated in that individual’s last will and testament. However, […]
Read MoreUnderstanding The Fiduciary Duties
Apr 15, 2025
Understanding The Fiduciary Duties of An Executor of a Will and Consequences of Failing to Fulfill Those Duties Upon a person’s passing, their last will and testament have to be legally executed in the purview of the law, following the directions of the decedent and respecting their wishes. To do this, the will needs to […]
Read MoreUnderstanding the Process for Challenging a Will
Apr 15, 2025
Understanding the Process for Challenging a Will and The Potential Consequences of Doing So While it is difficult to accept the passing of a loved one, it is important to understand that making the right decision in line with their last will and testament is just as vital. You will have to make some tough […]
Read MoreHow Bankruptcy by One Spouse Can Impact a Divorce in Virginia?
Apr 15, 2025
Divorce is never easy. Along with the emotional stress and frustration that it brings, especially during trial and discovery, the process involves various complex legal nuances and decisions must be made promptly. These decisions mainly link to even more nerve wrecking complications such as child custody, alimony/ child support, visitation and parenting schedule, equitable division […]
Read MoreWhat is a Commissioner of Accounts and What Are Their Fiduciary Responsibilities and Role in the Probate Process
Apr 15, 2025
Upon a testator’s passing, it is the job of their executor or personal representative to see that their will is implemented according to the testator’s wishes. However, the executor’s first step is to file for probate of the will so that the court can verify and oversee the financial matters of the decedent’s estate and […]
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