Divorce is simply the termination of marriage. From a legal point of view, the divorce itself is the easiest part. For the people going through it the divorce may be very difficult emotionally but the legalities are quite simple. Of the four fault-based grounds for divorce, adultery garners by far the most attention.
Making the decision to pursue adultery as a grounds for divorce can be complicated for a number of reasons. The term "alimony" is not used in Virginia. Money that must be paid to a former spouse for their support after the divorce is called "spousal support." Appeals to the Virginia Court of Appeals or Virginia Supreme Court are not a new trial.
Making the decision to pursue adultery as a grounds for divorce can be complicated for a number of reasons. The term "alimony" is not used in Virginia. Money that must be paid to a former spouse for their support after the divorce is called "spousal support." Appeals to the Virginia Court of Appeals or Virginia Supreme Court are not a new trial.
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Bob Jeffries is a very experienced lawyer with more than 25 years in active practice. He takes a down-to-earth and practical approach to meeting his client's needs. He explains the law and legal procedures in plain English. He is a graduate of Dickinson College and the Georgetown University Law Center where he was an editor of the Georgetown Law Journal.
Sexual infidelity is a factor in many divorces. It can have an impact on spousal support, the distribution of the parties' property, and child custody. The effect on spousal support is the most important. The spousal support statute is Section 20-107.1 of the Virginia Code. It provides that a spouse who is guilty of adultery cannot receive spousal support.
If your child custody case was in a Virginia Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court, you can appeal it to the Circuit Court. This kind of appeal is called "de novo" and it means that the case is tried all over again in the Circuit Court. The Circuit Court judge is expected to look at the evidence and make their own decision regardless of what the Juvenile Court judge did.
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Amber A.
Aug 04, 2021
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Robert Jeffries was very non caring disrespectful he didn't care how he talked to me in the conversation he was very hurtful he didn't listen very blunt and harsh I guess that's what free consultation is about huh ? Smh Do not go to this Law Firm do not use this Law Firm there's plenty of lawyers out there for a lawyer to behave like this is Outrageous! And actually I have the conversation recorded on my cell phone!
Jasmine Lawrence
Aug 21, 2020
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Bob Jeffries was incredibly clear about exactly what I would be going through and gave me an idea of what I would expect to pay- something I worried about. He took all my fears away, was thorough and in the end was able to give my family the peace we were looking for. Thank you, Mr. Jeffries. It’s been a few years since I have used your services and refer everyone to you after such a positive experience and outcome.
Timothy Smith
May 09, 2020
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John In Va
Nov 08, 2019
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Mr. Jeffries represented me a divorce and legal custody along with numerous other legal issues related to child custody with each case ruling in my favor. I couldn’t asked for better outcomes with me gaining custody of my children which is quite a feat for a Dad in Virginia. He has since represented me in a successful adoption. His paralegal, Ms Turner is awesome as well. Both treated me and my family with kindness and respect. I would highly recommend Bob Jeffries.
Makia Downing
Jun 14, 2019
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Glenda Milot
Sep 21, 2014
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Carl Sweitzer
Oct 29, 2013
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I live in PA and had to seek legal counsel in VA because my sister was residing in the state. I contacted many lawyers in VA for assistance and Bob was one of the few who not only took the time to respond but did so in a very timely manner. I had no prior working relationship with Bob and in explaining my need for his services, he could have had every reason to not believe the incredulous story of why I was seeking legal counsel.
Bob believed in me, my story and in my sister's case. His advice, both legally and otherwise, was always on the mark. He was cognizant of the financial impact to me and
Bob believed in me, my story and in my sister's case. His advice, both legally and otherwise, was always on the mark. He was cognizant of the financial impact to me and
Kathryn Brochard
Aug 25, 2013
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I was referred to Mr. Jeffries by a close friend and I have recommended Mr. Jeffries to several people I know; I always tell them the same thing. Money is tight for everyone these days, and his fees are far less than expensive than the "big name firms", but you get the same, if not, more detail-oriented quality of work. He handled my custody case, years after I had started off with another attorney. Her fees kept going up, and the work wasn't getting done. The minute I retained Mr. Jeffries, he was on the phone with opposing counsel, lining everything up that needed to be done. It was done swiftly
Karen Duva
Jun 21, 2013
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My divorce should have been simple. We could have split the property down the middle and agreed to reasonable support. But my ex would not agree to anything that was fair. He wanted 75% of the property and to pay me so little in support that my two sons and I could not have survived. He fought me on everything and appealed the case twice. Bob was always very steady in assuring me that everything would come out alright. He treated me with respect, kept me informed, responded to my questions, gave me accurate advice, calmed me down when I was upset and was more than fair about his fees. In the end
