Divorce Counseling

Child custody disputes in divorce cases involving foreign elements.

Divorce Counseling 06/03/2026

Child custody disputes between divorced couples are already a tough legal and psychological battle, but when a foreign element is involved, the complexity of the dispute increases exponentially. How can a Vietnamese spouse win custody of their child when the other spouse is abroad? Which court will have jurisdiction? Apolo Lawyers will provide the most detailed legal roadmap to protect your rights and the future of your child.

Is Divorce Permitted During Pregnancy Under Vietnamese Law?

Divorce Counseling 13/02/2026

Divorce during pregnancy is a sensitive matter and is clearly regulated by law. Whether divorce is permitted during pregnancy depends on the party initiating the divorce request.

Where to File a Divorce Petition?

Divorce Counseling 13/02/2026

When a marriage reaches an irreconcilable breakdown and spouses no longer cohabit, many couples raise the question: Where should a divorce petition be filed when spouses reside in different locations? Determination of the competent court is critically important, as submission to an incorrect authority may result in return of the application dossier or prolongation of the settlement process.

Distinction Between Illegal Marriage Annulment and Divorce

Divorce Counseling 08/02/2026

Illegal marriage annulment and divorce are two legal concepts that are frequently confused in practical application of marriage and family law. Misunderstanding these concepts may result in incorrect selection of legal procedures, directly affecting rights related to children, property, and case resolution time. The following article clarifies the fundamental differences between these two legal mechanisms under current Vietnamese law.

The right to visit children after divorce

Divorce Counseling 30/01/2026

After divorce, a common concern among parents is whether a father or mother may obstruct the right to visit a child. Although a marital relationship may come to an end, parental responsibilities and emotional bonds with children remain unchanged. In practice, many disputes arise when a parent who directly raises a child attempts to limit or prevent visitation by the other parent, thereby negatively affecting lawful rights and interests of the child.

How is joint debt divided upon divorce?

Divorce Counseling 21/01/2026

When handling divorce proceedings, in addition to asset division and child custody arrangements, the division of joint debt upon divorce is an issue that causes disputes for many married couples. In many cases, one party is required to bear a debt that is considered unrelated. This raises the question of how current law regulates the division of joint debt upon divorce.