Family Law Question: what procedure do I follow for a Motion For Continuance in Fairfax., Va Juvenile & Domestic Relations Court

If you are seeking relief in the J&D Court, you may call the J&D Court's intake office and ask if they have preprinted forms that allow you to ...

Will the court grant me sole custody after my daughter revealed that she was molested by my ex-wife's uncle on several dates?

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Child support modification instructions?

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Wife with new Husband gets orders to Japan, can she bring her children from prior marriage along?

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Abandonment/dissertion in virginia

If your spouse left the home with the intent to end the marriage, her actions may give rise to a claim for desertion. There is no 6 month waiting...

Can I ask my overseas relatives to be my divorce witness in an uncontested divorce by affidavit in Virginia?

The purpose of a witness in a divorce action is to corroborate the testimony of the moving party, as required by statute. If the witness is not...

Civil Contempt sentence of 90 days in Loudoun, VA for failed child support payments. Will I serve all 90 days?

Generally, to find one in contempt of court, judges are looking for intentional violation of a court order. If you can demonstrate that you are...

Is it legal for the spouse who is the sole wage earner to prevent the dependent spouse from accessing finances in an emergency?

It is not clear from your question what you are seeking. Is it your desire to remain in the marriage and receive adequate support? Is it your...

My ex husband &I have joint legal custody with me having physical custody of my 2 children, Can I request a motion to travel

I concur with my colleague. Unfortunately, relocation cases are extremely difficult . These cases are fact "specific. " The outcome will be ...

Could i change my son's last name without biological father's consent?

As a general rule, when you seek legal relief, you are required by law to provide "notice" any person or party with an interest in the litigation. ...