Family Law and Divorce

Family law matters often involve deeply personal and emotional issues. At Briglia Hundley, P.C.®, our experienced family law attorneys are committed to protecting your interests and those of your children. Serving clients throughout Virginia and the District of Columbia, we provide knowledgeable, compassionate guidance to help you navigate complex family legal challenges with confidence and care.

Divorce & Separation

Divorce proceedings in Virginia and D.C. can vary widely depending on your unique circumstances, property ownership, children involved, and numerous other factors. Our attorneys are well-versed in both contested and uncontested divorce cases, and we work diligently to protect your financial interests and personal well-being throughout the process.

Whether your divorce involves complex property division, spousal support considerations, or child-related matters, we bring skill, experience, and empathy to your case. Our goal is to achieve the best possible outcome while minimizing conflict and emotional stress for you and your family.

Military Divorce

Military divorces require specialized knowledge of federal laws, military benefits, and unique procedural requirements that differ significantly from civilian divorces. Our attorneys have experience handling the complexities of military divorce, including:

• Division of military pensions and retirement benefits
• Servicemember Civil Relief Act (SCRA) compliance
• Deployment and custody challenges
• Base housing and relocation issues
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) division
• TRICARE and other military benefit considerations

We understand the demands of military life and work to protect the rights and interests of both service members and their spouses.

Custody and Custody Modification

Child custody decisions are among the most important and emotionally charged aspects of family law. Virginia and D.C. courts prioritize the best interests of the child when making custody determinations, considering factors such as:

• Each parent’s relationship with the child
• The child’s physical, emotional, and developmental needs
• Each parent’s ability to provide stability and support
• The child’s preferences (when age-appropriate)
• Any history of abuse or neglect

When circumstances change significantly, custody modifications may be necessary. We help parents navigate both initial custody determinations and subsequent modifications, always keeping the children’s well-being as the primary focus.

Premarital Agreements (Prenups)

Premarital agreements, commonly known as prenuptial agreements or “prenups,” are valuable legal tools that help couples establish clear financial expectations and protections before marriage. Our attorneys assist couples in drafting comprehensive premarital agreements that address:

• Property division in case of divorce
• Spousal support obligations
• Inheritance rights and protections
• Business ownership and operation
• Debt allocation and responsibility
• Estate planning considerations

A well-crafted premarital agreement can provide peace of mind and financial security for both parties while preserving important relationships and family assets.

Child Support Issues

Child support is vital to ensuring your children’s financial security across all stages of their development. We help clients navigate the complex aspects of support, including:

• Establishing child support arrangements that fairly cover children’s material needs, education, and health care
• Enforcing support orders to guarantee timely payments
• Modifying support agreements when significant changes in circumstances occur

Our goal is to secure stable, ongoing financial support that protects your children’s well-being.

Relocation Cases

Relocation matters arise when a parent needs to move due to employment, family, or other reasons, and existing custody arrangements must be amended. These cases are often complex and require strategic legal guidance. At Briglia Hundley, we:

• Assist in seeking custody order modifications to accommodate relocation needs
• Guide clients through the legal standards and requirements to gain approval for relocation
• Advocate for solutions that balance parents’ rights with the best interests of the child