Virginia Beach Military Divorce Attorney
Divorce is a particularly stressful time in anyone’s life. There are many emotional aspects to handle, but there are also plenty of practical concerns. A military divorce can be especially difficult, as it can require more complicated decisions.
The team at The Law Offices of Daniel J. Miller is here to help walk you through your divorce. We can untangle the complex red tape of a military marriage dissolution. Whether you are in the military or ready to divorce a military member, we are here for you.
Contact us online to discuss the details of your Virginia Beach military divorce. We may be able to assist you.
Military Retirement Benefits After Divorce
Marital assets are anything jointly owned by both spouses. This generally includes anything either party purchased during the marriage. This is the property that courts must divide in a divorce.
The U.S. Congress passed the Uniformed Services Former Spouse Protection Act in 1982. This act treats military retirement as a marital asset.
Virginia is an equitable distribution state. This means that in a divorce, it grants property according to fairness. Generally, this means courts aren’t concerned with who exactly purchased or paid for something. It’s more interested in who used or contributed to the property in question.
Child Custody in a Military Divorce
Custody can be complicated no matter the parents’ professions. This complexity can double when you are a service member. Your job could take you away at a moment’s notice, making it difficult to create a solid, consistent parenting plan.
Parenting plans consist of physical possession and visitation. They can also build in electronic visits such as phone calls or video chats. Plans also grant certain decision-making abilities. Parents can share authority over medical and educational concerns, or they can have sole power over these decisions.
When you are distant, even following the plan in place can be hard. It may be difficult to communicate with your former spouse over important decisions, and keeping a regular visitation schedule could require a lot of flexibility.
Our team can work closely with military parents, helping create a reasonable, workable parenting plan. Remember, this plan revolves around what is best for the children. It should not be focused on “winning,” and neither parent should use it against the other.
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At The Law Offices of Daniel J. Miller, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.
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I was very nervous when I had to go to court over a traffic accident I was recently involved in. Dan put me at ease almost immediately with his knowledge and tenacity. By the time Dan was finished questioning the other people involved in the accident I did not even have to testify (which was the major source of my nervousness). My innocence was clear to everyone in the room, thanks to Dan. Would definitely use him again and recommend him to others. Aside from his performance during the hearing he was very easy to contact and always kept appointments with me. He also answered all of my questions patiently and with understanding.- Client
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Mr. James Weaver and his team are true professionals. From the start, he was honest and straightforward. He always stayed positive with me and kept me calm when I thought everything was going horrible. Mr. Weaver got me the best outcome possible in my situation. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great lawyer.- S. Bohrer
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Mr. Miller and his team worked diligently on my case and I am forever truly greatly. It was a long process but with prayer and fasting, I had faith in Mr. Miller and his team to get the results that I prayed for. They were straight forward and very patient at the same time. My husband is the one who search for lawyers/attorneys and Mr. Miller was the first and only choice. I can't say enough how grateful I am for all your hard work and fight that you did behind the scenes. God bless you Mr. Miller and your whole team.- M. Sellers
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Mr. Miller is phenomenal. You can sense that he genuinely care about your case. He realizes how much a case can impact a person for the rest of their lives and will try to do anything from his knowledge, experience, and will power to help you get the best results. Words can not describe how I am so pleased to have gone through with my case with Mr. Miller. I will never forget him and I will recommend anyone to him.- Client
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I was in the midst of a divorce and my case was with a firm that was not representing me fairly and not answering my questions. I was at a loss and dreaded going to court. Then a friend told me of Dan Miller. I wish I had found this firm in the beginning! From the first hour of turning my case over to this office I stopped worrying. I knew I had made the right choice and my case was in good hands. Dan Miller was professional, and he fought for me and I was very happy with the way he handled my case. I would highly recommend him to anyone!
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