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I Cheated and Now My Husband Wants a Divorce (Part B)

Charles Hofheimer, Attorney
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A tough, no nonsense divorce and custody lawyer for women only who reside in Virginia Beach and Newport News.
When it comes to marriage and Virginia divorce, it's wise to hope for the best but prepare for the worst. The discovery of an affair won't destroy every marriage, but in some cases, the stress of the event may be too much for the marriage to bear.

Contacting a Virginia Divorce Attorney Early in the Process

Your husband might decide to file for a Virginia divorce on the grounds of adultery. If this happens, you should seek the counsel of a Virginia divorce attorney as soon as possible.

The state of Virginia takes adultery very seriously, and if adultery is proven it can make a big difference in the outcome of your divorce, including spousal support, child custody arrangements and division of property.

Your Virginia divorce attorney should have a great deal of experience handling adultery-based divorce cases and will be able to guide you through the process to help you get the best outcome possible.

Emotional Effects of Adultery

Adultery is one of the leading causes of divorce in the state of Virginia, so while you might feel alone in your circumstances, there are thousands of people who have been in your position.

Circumstances surrounding adultery can vary greatly; sometimes a woman may feel that the conditions in her marriage made her more susceptible to committing adultery.

Women who have had an affair may find more negative reactions from friends and family and society in general than a man would in the same situation
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It's important for a woman who has had an affair to find a caring, non-judgmental ear to offer her emotional support during her Virginia divorce process. If your relationships with friends and family have become strained or you wish to maintain a level of privacy about what has happened, you should make use of the services of a counselor or therapist.

Seeking Help With Your Virginia Divorce

Whatever the specific details of your adultery, you will need to prepare yourself for the Virginia divorce process and be ready to take responsibility for your actions if the affair has led to the end of your marriage. With good legal and emotional support, you can come through this difficult time stronger than you ever imagined.

Throughout your divorce proceedings, you'll naturally have a lot of questions specific to your circumstances. Get your questions answered by requesting a FREE copy of our guide, What Every Virginia Woman Should Know About Divorce, or reserving your seat at our monthly divorce seminar - 757-425-5200.

The Virginia divorce attorneys at Hofheimer/Ferrebee are committed to fighting for your rights, assisting in child custody disputes, and advocating that you receive everything you are entitled to and need in order to start your new life.



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