Author: Violet Soliz

by Violet Soliz

Statutory Amendment to Virginia’s Adultery Law

Virginia is one of the handful of remaining states that still permit fault-based divorces. One such ground for a fault-based divorce is adultery. “Adultery” is defined as sexual intercourse that a married individual has voluntarily engaged in with someone other than their spouse. This summer, Virginia has taken a significant step in reducing the impact that adultery may have on your divorce....

by Violet Soliz

Family Reintegration Therapy: A Discussion with Natalie Goldberg, LCSW

Divorce and custody disputes can be emotional and challenging to both the children and parents. One of the more challenging situations arises when a parent has been alienated or estranged from their child due to trauma, conflict, or difficult circumstances. In these situations, it is often vital that the parent and the child reconnect and rebuild a relationship of trust and hope.   One of...

by Violet Soliz

New Overage Law

Each year, the General Assembly of Virginia enacts new legislation that affects Virginia families. This year, House Bill 784 adds a new notice requirement to all child and spousal support orders that states whether there is a support overage as of the date of the support order. The legislation specifies that all orders for child and spousal support must contain a statement as to whether any...