Child support and child custody may be modified if there is a "material change in circumstance." In your case, the Father's continued failure to...

What is my next steps?

The answer is simple: "You should contact a family lawyer and immediately file for divorce."

Divorce after a month

Generally, a Court only has the power to divide "marital" assets. Marital assets are those that accrue during the marriage (and prior to...

Do I need legal representation during a court status conference?

You are not required to have a lawyer during a court status conference. Indeed, you can represent yourself during the entire case. However, I...

How to legally separate in Virginia

You should file for a divorce. You can obtain a divorce even though you do not know where you wife is. You should contact a family lawyer as soon...

Yes, you and your wife can create a parenting plan while you are separated. In fact, you can also obtain an court order that implements your...

What rights will a convicted felon receive when it comes to a custody case?

When determining custody, the Court attempts to identify what would be in the "child's best interest." The Court examines a list of non-exclusive...

I am going to my custody hearing today because I am seeking custody of my son can I request his fathers girlfriend not be there

It depends. Generally, a circuit court hearing is open to the public and the judge will not remove folks from the Courtroom. (Although you can...

Can I divorce my husband thats been in prison for 5 years, does not get released until 5/2021 hes serving time on a felony.

Yes, you can divorce your husband. Virginia § 20-91(A)(3) states that a party can get a divorce if a spouse "has been convicted of a felony,...

Maybe. If the custody order was entered by the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court (a family court), then you may note an appeal to the Circuit...