Ariel Baniowski Blog Articles

Incorporation of a Separation Agreement Into a Court Order

Posted by Ariel Baniowski on January 1, 2018 | Divorce, Family Law

Under Virginia law, a separation agreement might be “incorporated” into the parties’ final order of… Continue reading Incorporation of a Separation Agreement Into a Court Order

Posted by Ariel Baniowski on March 3, 2017 | Custody, Divorce, Family Law

It is not uncommon for people undergoing divorce to approach their attorneys with a laundry… Continue reading Unenforceable Custody and Support Provisions in Separation Agreements

Posted by Ariel Baniowski on December 12, 2016 | Family Law

Virginia law recognizes the obligation of parents to support their children financially, and the Virginia… Continue reading Choice of Guidelines in Virginia Child Support Cases

Posted by Ariel Baniowski on March 3, 2016 | Custody, Family Law

It is not uncommon for parents facing a custody and visitation dispute to enter it… Continue reading Four Child Custody Myths in Virginia

Posted by Ariel Baniowski on October 10, 2015 | Divorce, Family Law

“Am I going to have to pay spousal support?” “I’ve been out of the workforce… Continue reading Viewing Marriage as a Business and Divorce as the Dissolution

Posted by Ariel Baniowski on August 8, 2015 | Custody, Family Law

Are you a divorced or unmarried parent? If so, have you ever wondered what would… Continue reading Child Custody After Death of Parents

Posted by Ariel Baniowski on May 5, 2015 | Custody, Family Law

Paternity is a father’s assumption of legal rights and responsibilities to a child. An established… Continue reading The Basics of Paternity in Virginia

Posted by Ariel Baniowski on February 2, 2015 | Custody, Divorce, Family Law

Family law attorneys are constantly asked what, if any, advantage there is to filing first. Whether… Continue reading Is There Any Advantage to Filing First?

Posted by Ariel Baniowski on October 10, 2014 | Divorce, Family Law

When negotiating a marital settlement agreement or separation agreement, you will inevitably hear your counsel… Continue reading Boilerplate Provisions in Virginia Separation Agreements

Posted by Ariel Baniowski on July 7, 2014 | Custody, Divorce, Family Law

The Difference Between Jurisdiction and Venue Jurisdiction and venue are two very different legal terms that… Continue reading Where Should You File Your Family Law Case?