Conley Law Office
family law
Family Law for West Virginia Families
Family Law is our speciality at Conley Law Office, and we help individuals and families across West Virginia through divorce and all the surrounding issues that may arise – child custody, support and the division of property.
When the parties can’t agree on terms on how to resolve the most pressing personal issues, the court imposes orders on everyone involved.
At Conley Law Office, we encourage settlements so you control the outcome. We find that a negotiated settlement is much more likely to meet your needs and be voluntarily implemented without the need for court enforcement.
However, when settlements cannot be reached, we provide strong and effective advocacy in court to make sure your rights are protected and that the issues are resolved with your best interests in mind.
Family Law FAQs
We understand that any matter of discourse within the family can be stressful. In your consult with us, we’ll walk you through the entire process, answering all of your questions and providing a guiding hand to make the process as easy as possible.
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West Virginia allows for a no-fault divorce, which may be granted on the grounds of irreconcilable differences between the parties. West Virginia also provides statutory fault-based grounds, such as adultery, abuse, or abandonment.
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West Virginia is an “equitable distribution” state, meaning that the marital property will be divided by the court in a fair and equitable manner but not necessarily equal. Although marital misconduct is not generally considered in the property division, the court may look at the differing contribution to the marriage – monetary and non-monetary – each spouse made in determining how to divide the property in an equitable fashion.
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The court recognizes the child's best interests as the guiding force in determining whether to grant joint or sole custody, and how to award visitation and parenting time in the absence of a parenting plan drawn up by the spouses. Child support is determined according to statutory guidelines based on the “income shares” model.
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Whether an award of spousal support or maintenance is made depends on a variety of factors, such as the duration of the marriage, the income and earning capacities of the parties, and the age and health of each spouse. In West Virginia, the court may consider the property division in making its award.
Hire an experienced family law attorney
We’ll help you fight for your family.
Unfortunately, divorce cases often extend into related matters like child custody disputes, alimony, paternity challenges, and more. We’ll be your guides through the entire process - even post-divorce challenges when you need to modify plans or arrangements.
Our team is led by Ginny Conley, a former elected Prosecutor who handled family abuse and neglect cases for many years and whose experience means you’ll be in the best hands.