If attempts to serve my spouse for a spousal support do not work, what is my next step?

You will likely be required to have the summons reissued and reserved on him. The Court cannot proceed without adequate service. You should hire...

Do I need a lawyer for a spousal support hearing at the J & DR Court in Fairfax?

You are not required to have a lawyer. But I highly recommend that you hire a lawyer.

What constitutes legal service in The State of Virginia?

You should review the requirements for legal service set forth in these statutes: Virginia Code 20-99.2...

You may bring a motion for sanctions within the proceeding at any time.

Is there any legal actions against internet cheating?

Under Virginia law, adultery requires sexual intercourse with a person who is not the other spouse. "Emotional affairs" are insufficient. ...

Passport for minor child without "evading" father authorization

You should file a petition with the Court for custody of your child. (You may also want to file a petition for support in case he ever returns to...

What rights do I have?

Most importantly, you have the right to modify custody. A parent may file a peition to modify custody when there has been a material change in...

In what situations, if any, is a spouse in Virginia obligated to repay credit card debts accrued only as an authorized user?

As you correctly surmise, your liability to the credit card company is not equivalent to your liability in a divorce action. In a divorce action,...

What is the easiest way to set up custody in an unmarried situation where the father has agreed to visitation w/out custody?

I am happy to hear that you both agree on custody. You should have a lawyer draft a custody agreement for you. Each of you will execute the...

My husband's ex-wife is refusing to pay back a car lease bill their PSA requires her to pay - what can we do?

Your husband should file a rule to show cause against his ex-wife. You should take a copy of the order and the documents to a lawyer as soon as...