Understanding Military Divorce

Описание: In this video, Virginia divorce and family law attorney Devon Sloinsky explains how to navigate divorce when you or your spouse are in the military.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

✔️ It's Not a Special Case: A military divorce isn't its own type of case, but it does involve special rules that apply only to service members and their families.

✔️ Federal Laws Apply: Federal laws like the Uniform Services Former Spouses Protection Act (USFSPA) can affect things like how military pensions and benefits are divided.

✔️ Separation Requirements: While Virginia law requires a 12-month separation for a no-fault divorce, you'll need to show the separation was due to the end of the relationship, not just a deployment.

✔️ The 10/10 and 20/20/20 Rules: The USFSPA allows military pensions to be split, and if you were married for 10 years during 10 years of service, DFAS can pay the former spouse directly. The 20/20/20 mark can qualify you for continued healthcare coverage.

✔️ Child Custody and Deployment: Deployments can make it hard to stick to a typical schedule, and you may need to build in more flexibility or create a family care plan.

✔️ Protections for Active Duty: The Service Member's Civil Relief Act allows you to delay court proceedings if your service makes it difficult to appear.

Need help navigating your military divorce?
At Sloinsky Law, we help military families handle divorce with clarity and care. Reach out today for a plan that puts your family first.

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