Yes, I am living in the DC area (Fairfax area).

It sounds like you have done your research which is good. Best to get it right the first time, because I have heard it's very hard to go back and make changes after the initial settlement.

I think we all hope that it won't get ugly, but it is best to be prepared. Just remember you were not the one who initally asked for all of this, you were the one who tried to reason and work things out.

Best of luck to you today at the Lawyers. If you are like me, I really hate going to see a lawyer - it's usually never for a good reason, worse than the doctor's in my opinion.

S4H