I'm petitioning for custody of my child in JDR court. What's my deadline to submit my exhibit/witness list to court before trial

If there is no pretrial scheduling order, there is no deadline to submit your exhibit and witness list. Check your Status Conference Order and any...

What steps to take to retrieve my child back... Father refuses to return child although I have primary custody per court order.

You should register the original custody order in your Virginia court and then file a motion to ask that Virginia take jurisdiction over custody....

Issues with spouse not signing divorce papers

If you have your spouse served with a Complaint for Divorce, even if he does not cooperate, you will likely have a trial in 6-15 months, depending...

You should not do anything untruthful to avoid getting out of testifying. The best course of action is to contact the attorney who issued the...

It is unlikely that the biological father will get substantial custody or visitation time with your daughter, especially while a protective order...

How do I stop ex wife from taking children on my visitation days?

If you have a custody or visitation order that gives you visitation on certain days, your ex-wife is in violation of that order if she keeps the...

What happens when a parent does not pay their child support?

If the noncustodial parent continues to not pay child support, you can file a Rule to Show Cause to ask the Court to hold them in contempt for...

I reside in the State of Virginia, and my spouse has presented me with separation agreement paperwork. Is there a time limit?

There is no time limit to respond to a proposed separation agreement. However, it would be in your interest to consult with an attorney and...

How do i summit proof of adultery to the courts? Do I have enough to prove adultery?

You need to prove adultery by clear and convincing evidence. If you have not already done so, you should file a counterclaim for divorce based on...

I need a continuance to a Circuit court hearing regarding child custody. Can I get a continuance

I see that you are asking the question from Fairfax. If the case is pending in Fairfax Circuit Court you can go to Calendar control any morning at...