• posted: Jun. 25, 2023
• equitable distribution,  military pensions

When one of the divorcing spouses is attached to the military, his or her pension may be included in the marital assets that are subject to equitable distribution in Virginia. Read More

• posted: Feb. 25, 2023
• property division,  military spouse,  temporary duty

Divorce can be more complicated when one or both spouses are serving in the armed forces. Although the cases are handled by state courts, there are rules and requirements that Read More

• posted: Oct. 25, 2022
• Property division,  10/10 rule,  20/20/20 rule,  20/20/15 rule

Members of the military and their families commit to a life of uncertainty, often including moves around the country and the world to meet the needs of our nation. In Read More

• posted: Dec. 29, 2014
• G.I. bill,  spousal rights

Military service members often put their own lives in danger to serve their country. Yet, when they leave the military and enter civilian service, the adjustment is significant. The GI Read More

• posted: Nov. 29, 2014
• deployment,  economy,  military members

Military members often face tremendous stress involved with their jobs or careers, which makes a stable marriage an important support for job performance. Yet, as in other industries, military members Read More

• posted: Feb. 28, 2014
• Counselors,  Divorce,  family life counselors,  military,  OneSource

Divorce is often a very difficult experience for all involved, especially children. The added challenges of living in a military family may make things even worse. Dealing with the absence Read More