Kales & Kales, PLC

03/09/2026

We get it—after reaching a divorce settlement, you just want to save time and money. But using AI or templates can lead to big headaches later. In our new blog, we break down why having your attorney-mediator draft the agreement is a must—for clarity and peace of mind.

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Learn why using AI or templates for divorce settlement agreements can create costly mistakes. See why professional drafting matters in Fairfax County, VA.

02/07/2026

Valentine’s Day can feel stressful for families co-parenting, but it doesn’t have to be. 💌

Learn simple ways to communicate, plan, and create a positive day for your child using our practical guidance.

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Reduce holiday stress with co-parenting tips from Kales & Kales in Fairfax, Arlington & Northern Virginia. Guidance for families navigating separation.

02/01/2026

We’re grateful when clients share that our compassionate, impartial guidance helped them reach a divorce settlement.

01/14/2026

We’re so happy when clients tell us we made a tough process a little easier to get through.

01/01/2026

Start 2026 with clarity and a fresh approach to divorce. Divorce mediation Fairfax provides a calm, private way for couples in Fairfax, Tyson’s Corner, Arlington, and surrounding areas to resolve parenting, financial, and co-parenting issues without the stress or delays of court.

Whether you choose in-person sessions in Fairfax or secure Zoom mediation, our co-mediation model with Jonathan and Amy Kales helps both parties feel heard and keeps conversations productive.
Learn how divorce mediation Fairfax can help you move forward thoughtfully in the new year.

Read the full article: https://www.kaleslaw.com/divorce-mediation-fairfax-tysons-arlington-2026/

12/16/2025

The most recent client review of our Fairfax County divorce mediation services: "We had an excellent experience working Jonathan and Amy Kales. From start to finish, they made a difficult process feel manageable and straightforward. They work very hard to ensure that all parties walk away feeling heard and understand the process. They were professional, compassionate, and extremely knowledgeable, taking the time to explain everything clearly and keep things moving efficiently. Their calm, balanced approach helped reduce stress and made it much easier to reach fair agreements. We truly appreciated how smooth they made the entire process and would highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a respectful and effective alternative to litigation.'

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12/16/2025

Kales & Kales Divorce Mediation provides professional divorce mediation services in Fairfax County, Virginia. We help couples resolve divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, and property division issues in a respectful, efficient, and cost-effective way—without unnecessary court battles.

Our mediation process is confidential, client-focused, and designed to reduce conflict, protect children, and give families more control over their outcomes. We proudly serve Fairfax, Vienna, Reston, Herndon, Oakton, Burke, Annandale, Falls Church, Tyson's Corner and surrounding Northern Virginia communities.

Kales & Kales offers both in-person and remote divorce mediation appointments, making it easier for busy Fairfax County families to move forward with clarity and peace of mind.

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By Kales & Kales Divorce Mediation Introduction Divorce is never easy, but how you divorce can make all the difference. For couples in Fairfax County, Virginia, Kales & Kales Divorce Mediation offers a more peaceful, efficient, and affordable alternative to traditional litigation. As the most popula...

12/02/2025

Deck the Halls, Not your Ex-Spouse

The first holiday season after divorce can feel like navigating a minefield of emotions—grief, guilt, loneliness—while trying to create joy for your children. Between coordinating custody schedules, managing judgmental family members, and confronting empty chairs at the dinner table, it’s no wonder many people describe this time of year as the hardest to navigate post-divorce

We’re Jonathan & Amy Kales, the husband & wife divorce mediation team of Kales & Kales, PLC. We’ve helped guide many families through this exact transition. Often parents who thought they’d never celebrate again discover new traditions that honor their family’s evolution, but sometimes couples encounter avoidable holiday disasters caused by poor planning and unresolved legal ambiguities.

Here’s what we’ve learned: Successfully navigating divorce during the holidays requires both emotional coping strategies and practical legal preparation. Our firm's latest blog article combines evidence-based psychological guidance with Virginia-specific custody considerations to help you not just survive the holidays—but potentially find unexpected moments of peace and even joy.

A Virginia mediator explains how to adjust holiday parenting plans quickly. Learn the difference between 2-week mediation and 12-month litigation for custody issues.

11/15/2025

In Northern Virginia, successful Thanksgiving parenting schedules require consideration of regional and possibly international travel challenges as well as each family’s unique circumstances. In mediation, parents can follow a child-centered approach which traditional parenting schedules may miss.

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Expert guide to Thanksgiving custody schedules in Virginia. Learn 7 child-centered options that work for Northern Virginia families. Free planning checklist included.

09/16/2025

What Are the Positive Effects of Divorce on Children?

Short Answer: Divorce can positively impact children by removing them from high-conflict environments, improving their mental health through reduced stress, strengthening individual parent-child bonds, and teaching valuable coping skills and resilience that benefit them throughout life.

No parent wants to put their child through divorce. The decision often comes with overwhelming guilt and concern about long-term effects on your children’s wellbeing. However, research increasingly shows that divorce may offer a more stable and calm environment for kids, where they can have a sense of peace and security.

According to research published in 2023, parental divorce affects approximately 1.1 million children in the U.S. annually, yet most children of divorced families do not have significant or diagnosable impairments. When handled appropriately, divorce can have several unexpected positive effects that benefit children’s development and future relationships.

The key lies in understanding that staying in a high-conflict marriage often causes more harm than a thoughtfully managed divorce. Evidence confirms that most children of separated and divorced families do not develop significant mental health problems, particularly when parents prioritize their children’s wellbeing during the transition.

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When couples who have minor children are deciding whether to divorce, no doubt one of their major considerations is the impact the divorce may have on their children. Research shows most children adapt well within 2–3 years of a divorce when parents handle the process thoughtfully. While challengi...

09/02/2025

Virginia Support Modification Guide: Income Changes After Divorce

Income changes after divorce can significantly impact spousal and child support obligations in Virginia. Whether your income increased, decreased, or you lost your job through no fault of your own, Virginia law allows for support modifications when there’s a “material change in circumstances.” Jonathan and Amy Kales, family law and divorce mediators serving Northern Virginia since 2004, explain when modifications are warranted, the legal process involved, and how mediation can provide a faster, less costly alternative to court proceedings.

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Facing income changes after divorce in Virginia? This guide explains "material change in circumstances," how to modify child and spousal support, and the benefits of using mediation instead of court.

07/25/2025

The most recent review about our divorce mediation services:

"Jonathan and Amy Kales helped us mediate our divorce in a thoughtful and fair manner. They recommended solutions unique to our situation making the division of assets far less difficult and with less financial impact than it would have been otherwise.

I highly recommend the Kales if you are able and willing to mediate. You will both come out ahead in the long run - both financially and emotionally."

★★★★★ "Jonathan and Amy Kales helped us mediate our divorce in a thoughtful and fair manner. They recommended solutions unique to our situation making the division of assets far less difficult and with less financial impact than it would have been otherwise. I highly recommend the Kales if...