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- Online Dating after a Later Life Divorce in Virginia
- Waiting until Your Virginia Divorce Is Finalized before Dating
- Dealing with Holidays after Later Life Divorce in Virginia
- Explaining Your Virginia Divorce to Your Grandchildren
- Deciding To Reconcile After A Separation in Virginia
Child Custody
- Importance of Culture and Tradition in Grandparent Visitation
- What About the “Other” Members of Your Family?: Pet Custody
- Understanding Virginia Split Child Custody
- Handling Holidays and Special Events During In-Home Separation
- Preparing For Your Virginia Child Custody Hearing
Collaborative Divorce
- How Alternative Litigation can Help Child Custody in Virginia
- Putting Children First In Alternative Litigation
- What Is a Collaborative Divorce Coach?
- Virginia Collaborative Divorce Guidelines
- Choosing a Virginia Collaborative Divorce Attorney
Spousal Support
- Stay-at-Home Moms and Virginia Spousal Support
- What is a Virginia Collaborative Divorce?
- Tips for Handling Divorce-Related Stress
- Support me in the lifestyle to which I've become accustomed! (Jeffrey D. Tarkington)
Property Dispute
Child Support
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Separation Areements
- Can I Get The Other Party To Pay For The Divorce?
- Virginia Women inadverdently sign away million$ to their Husbands !
Separation
Tips for success
- Dynamic Marketing Guru publishes must have Book about FaceBook .
- Virginia Beach Divorce Lawyer explains that a successful divorce is about "Mindset"
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- How Do I Find a Divorce Attorney?
- Military Spouse's Health Care by Mary Elizabeth Davis
- Domestic Violence and Job Discrimination by Mary Elizabeth Davis
- Virginia Beach Divorce Lawyer Charlie Hofheimer Challenges Mediators who think Mediation is the only way to obtain a Divorce
- Virginia Beach Divorce Lawyer
Second Saturday Monthly Divorce Seminars What Women Need to Know About Divorce 
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Divorce
- Re-entering the Dating World after a Later Life Divorce (Part A)
- Re-entering the Dating World after a Later Life Divorce (Part B)
- Later Life Divorce and the Effect on Older Children and Grandchildren (Part A)
- Later Life Divorce and the Effect on Older Children and Grandchildren (Part B)
- Successful In-Home Separation in Virginia (Part A)
Child Custody
- Grandparents Rights During a Virginia Divorce (Part A)
- Grandparents Rights During a Virginia Divorce (Part B)
- Virginia Child Custody: “Best Interests of the Child" (Part A)
- Virginia Child Custody: “Best Interests of the Child" (Part B)
- When Can I Have the Court’s Custody Decision Re-reviewed? (Part A)
Collaborative Divorce
- Pros and Cons of Alternative Litigation (Part A)
- Pros and Cons of Alternative Litigation (Part B)
- How Will a Collaborative Divorce Benefit Me? (Part A)
- How Will a Collaborative Divorce Benefit Me? (Part B)
- What Is Collaborative Divorce? (Part A)
Spousal Support
Child Support
- The Repercussions of Not Paying Child Support in Virginia (Part A)
- The Repercussions of Not Paying Child Support in Virginia (Part B)
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- Hofheimer/Ferrebee - Divorce for Women Only - Summer 2009 Newsletter
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Divorce
Filing for Divorce and Child Custody in an Abusive Situation
If you have children or shared assets with your spouse, you must get this FREE divorce guide for women in Virginia. It is also important to have an experienced Virginia divorce attorney on your side. Hofheimer/Ferrebee represents Virginia women only - (757) 425-5200.Advantages of Mediation for Women
You may be wondering what the advantages of mediation are for women. If you are going through a Virginia divorce and have children or shared assets with your spouse, it is important to have an experienced Virginia divorce attorney on your side. The Virginia Beach divorce lawyers at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent women only. Contact us today to set up a legal consultation - (757) 425-5200.Mediation in Virginia Divorces Involving Children
If you are going through a Virginia divorce and have children or shared assets with your spouse and are considering mediation, it is important to have an experienced Virginia divorce attorney on your side. The Virginia Beach divorce lawyers at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent women only. Contact us today to set up a legal consultation - (757) 425-5200.Using Technology to Determine If Your Husband Is Cheating
There is technology available to help you catch a cheating spouse in the act! If you are a woman considering divorce in Virginia, you deserve to have a Virginia divorce attorney who understands the issues that are unique to you. The Virginia divorce attorneys at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent women only -- (757) 425-5200.Labels: filing for divorce signs of adultery
Behavioral Signs Your Husband Is Cheating
You may have all the signs that indicate your husband is cheating. If you have found yourself in a divorce situation, it may be necessary to hire an experienced Virginia divorce lawyer. The Virginia divorce lawyers at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent Virginia women -- (757) 425-5200.Labels: filing for divorce signs of adultery
Steps You Should Take If You Suspect Your Husband Is Cheating
If your spouse has committed adultery, you need to know the right steps to take to protect your rights during a Virginia divorce. The Virginia Beach divorce lawyers at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent women only. Contact us today to set up a legal consultation - (757) 425-5200.Proving Your Spouse Is Cheating Through Investigation
If your investigations have proven that your spouse is cheating, you may be considering a Virginia divorce. The Virginia Beach divorce lawyers at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent women only. Contact us today to set up a legal consultation - (757) 425-5200.Diffusing Arguments Through Couple’s Therapy
If you and your husband have a tendency to argue, or are arguing more frequently than usual, you may find that couple’s therapy can help you to resolve some of the issues in your marriage, or make the process of a divorce easier. The Virginia Beach divorce lawyers at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent women only. Contact us today to set up a legal consultation - (757) 425-5200.Finding the Right Couple’s Therapist
If you and your husband are considering seeking couple’s therapy to help resolve your marital difficulties, you may wonder how to find the best therapist for your situation. In the event that therapy isn’t enough, the Virginia Beach divorce lawyers at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent women only. Contact us today to set up a legal consultation - (757) 425-5200.Leaving an Abusive Husband: Can He Gain Custody of Your Children?
You may fear leaving your husband—even in the face of abuse—for the sake of your children. Learn how you can leave your abusive spouse and protect your children. The Virginia divorce attorneys at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent women only. We focus solely on securing your financial security and protecting the welfare and happiness of your children.Just Because He Doesn’t Hit You, Doesn’t Mean He’s Not Abusing You
Recognizing your abuse is the first step to ending it. Take those first steps today. The Virginia Beach divorce lawyers at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent women only. Contact us today to set up a legal consultation - (757) 425-5200.What it Means When Your Husband Is a Sex Addict
What does it mean for your marriage when your husband suffers from a sexual addiction? The Virginia Beach divorce lawyers at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent women only. Contact us today to set up a legal consultation - (757) 425-5200.Escaping a Codependent Relationship with an Addict
Recognizing that you are in a codependent relationship is the first step to extricating yourself from the situation and finding a happier and healthier life. If you have found yourself in a divorce situation, it may be necessary to hire an experienced Virginia divorce lawyer. The Virginia divorce lawyers at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent Virginia women - (757) 425-5200.Adultery and Alimony in a Virginia Divorce
If you are filing for divorce in Virginia, it’s important to know how adultery impacts your potential alimony. If you have found yourself in a Virginia divorce situation, it may be necessary to hire an experienced Virginia divorce lawyer. The Virginia divorce lawyers at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent Virginia womenWhat to Do After Signing a Virginia Separation Agreement
Learn what happens after you sign a Virginia separation agreement. The Virginia divorce attorneys at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent women only. We focus solely on securing your financial security and protecting the welfare and happiness of your children.When Is a Virginia Separation Agreement Necessary?
Learn when a Virginia separation agreement is necessary when contemplating a Virginia divorce. The Virginia divorce lawyers at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent Virginia women. Call us at (757) 425-5200.Child Custody
How to Cope With a Child Custody Case in Virginia
If you are facing a child custody case, the Virginia Beach divorce lawyers at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent women only and have extensive experience dealing with child custody issues in Virginia. Contact us today to set up a legal consultation - (757) 425-5200.Lawyer Is Jailed For Rude Courtroom Behavior in His Own Divorce
As proof of how court behavior can impact a case, a Florida lawyer was recently arrested for rude behavior during his divorce trial. If you are filing for a Virginia divorce, contact the Virginia Beach divorce lawyers at Hofheimer/Ferrebee -- (757) 425-5200.Labels: courtroom behavior filing for divorce
Collaborative Divorce
Virginia Collaborative Divorce Guidelines
Have you and your husband decided to pursue a Virginia collaborative divorce? An attorney with experience in collaborative divorce can guide you through the process. The Virginia divorce lawyers at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent Virginia women in traditional and collaborative divorce proceedings.What Is a Collaborative Divorce Coach?
Collaborative divorce coaches can help you cope with your emotions and improve communicate during this emotional time. If you have found yourself in a divorce situation, the Virginia divorce lawyers at Hofheimer/Ferrebee can help you to decide if a Virginia collaborative divorce is your best option. Our attorneys represent Virginia women.Differences between Divorce Mediation and Collaborative Divorce
Are you trying to decide if divorce mediation or collaborative divorce is right for you? The Virginia Beach divorce lawyers at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent women only. Contact us today to set up a legal consultation - (757) 425-5200.Choosing a Virginia Collaborative Divorce Attorney
Are you looking for an experienced Virginia attorney to represent you in a collaborative divorce? The Virginia Beach divorce lawyers at Hofheimer/Ferrebee represent women only. Contact us today to set up a legal consultation - (757) 425-5200.Second Saturday Monthly Divorce Seminars What Women Need to Know About Divorce
- Upcoming seminar Saturday August 14, 2010 starting at 8:30 am.
Click on Upcoming Seminar Dates for a complete listing of all seminar dates and times.
Call 757456-1574 for more info
Blog Entries
The Disney Divorce
Date: 08/06/2009Last year, the Disneys filed papers with the Los Angeles County Superior Court [...]
Trading Spaces
Date: 07/30/2009Governor Gibbons evidently made a mistake common among those who have finally decided to seek a divorce: he moved first and asked questions later. Many family law specialists warn against that.
While we’re on the subject of governors(see “Being Ugly in Public, posted on July 27, 2009), another who is in the midst of a difficult divorce is Nevada Governor Jim Gibbons, who filed for divorce in late April after abruptly moving out of the governor’s mansion in [...]
Being Ugly in Public
Date: 07/26/2009
That’s the thing about a contested divorce: it’s often ugly and it’s public. There’s no better example than the drama being played out between former New Jersey Governor James McGreevey and his estranged wife Dina Matos McGreevey.
An old friend who thought he was quite the wit (and sometimes was) used to say, “She can’t help being ugly, but she doesn’t have to go out in public.” That’s the th [...]
Events organized by Hofheimer/Ferrebee, P.C.
Virginia Beach (2nd Saturday Morning Seminar)
Date: 09/01/2010Monthly Event - Second Saturday of every month: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM (ET)
Where:
1537 Laskin Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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Virginia Beach
The Friends Meeting House
1537 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Across from Hilltop East Shopping Center
Second Saturdays:
Registration: 8-8:30am
Seminar: 8:30am–Noon
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Chesapeake (2nd Saturday Morning Seminar)
Date: 09/02/2010Monthly Event - Second Saturday of every month: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM (ET)
Where:
Extended Stay America Hotel
809 Greenbrier Circle
Chesapeake, VA 23320
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Chesapeake
Extended Stay America Hotel
809 Greenbrier Circle, Chesapeake, VA 23320
Near the Chesapeake Conference Center
Second Saturdays:
Registration: 8-8:30am
Seminar: 8:30am–Noon
$30.00 in advance or $40.00 at the door.
Newport News (2nd Saturday Morning Seminar)
Date: 08/17/2010Monthly Event - Second Saturday of every month: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM (ET)
Where:
Hilton Garden Inn
180 Regal Way
Newport News, VA 23602
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Newport News
Hilton Garden Inn
180 Regal Way, Newport News, VA. 23602
Second Saturdays:
Registration: 8-8:30am
Seminar: 8:30am–Noon
$30.00 in advance or $40.00 at the door.
Virginia Beach (3rd Tuesday Evening Seminar)
Date: 09/01/2010Monthly Event - Third Tuesday of every month: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (ET)
Where:
1537 Laskin Road
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
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Virginia Beach
The Friends Meeting House
1537 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Across from Hilltop East Shopping Center
Registration: 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Seminar: 6:30pm - 9:00pm
$30.00 in advance or $40.00 at the door.
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Divorce:
- What is the difference between Uncontested and No-Fault Divorce?
- Am I Separated or When am I separated in Virginia?
- Can I get a Divorce if my spouse does not want one?
Child Custody:
- How Do I Keep Her From Being Around The Children?
- Physical Custody and Legal Custody
- Physical Custody of Children in Virginia
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Divorce
- My financial situation has changed for the worse since my Virginia divorce. How do I go about having my spousal support modified?
- What will be considered separate property in my Virginia divorce?
- My ex-husband is having a child with another woman. Will that have an impact on the Virginia child support he owes us?
Child Custody
- Do grandparents have rights to child visitation in Virginia?
What does it mean to get a Virginia collaborative divorce?
Does a father have to pay child support if he never married the mother?
Spousal Support
Child Support
- I've remarried. Does that mean my ex-husband is off the hook for Virginia child support?
What can be amended on a Virginia child support agreement?
Is there a statute of limitations on Virginia child support orders? I haven't acted on mine, and I'm afraid it has expired and I won't be able to get anything for my minor children.