Military Divorce

West Virginia Military Divorce Lawyer

At my Charleston, West Virginia, law office, I represent people on active military duty who are involved in divorce proceedings. My clients, most of whom have some connection to West Virginia, are based throughout the United States and around the world. I am proud to protect the interests of these members of the military; I offer them a 10% discount on legal services.

There are some protections for military personnel on active duty if they are served with divorce papers. Contact me to learn about the Serviceman's Civil Relief Act.

Divorce is a fact of life for military families. The long separations, the inadequate pay and the stress on the spouse left behind can take a toll. National Guard and Reserve personnel and their families are unaccustomed to the long deployments that have become common since 2003.

If you are contemplating a divorce from a member of the military, if you have been served with papers or simply have questions about the process, contact my Charleston law office. Call me toll-free at 304-345-5959.

Serviceman's Civil Relief Act

The Serviceman's Civil Relief Act of 2003 formerly known as the Soldiers and Sailors Act, gives military personnel special rights. Active duty members are allowed to postpone some legal obligations, such as the need to respond to divorce papers. When a court determines that a respondent is subject to the provisions of the act, it will defer the proceedings. If someone serves papers on a member of the military and does not indicate that he or she is subject to the law, any legal determinations are not binding.

Talk with your commanding officer if you are served with divorce papers while on active military duty

If you are served with divorce papers, your commanding officer will know about the paperwork required if you want to delay your response. I will represent you at any hearings or court proceedings in West Virginia if you wish to move forward with the divorce.

I know how to protect you in divorce proceedings and I know how to make things move along quickly if you wish to move forward and put it behind you. Contact me at my Charleston law office. Call 304-345-5959 or send me an email. I can help, whatever the family law issue.