What happens in a custody case if the mom does not show up? Will the whole case be continued or will they give me temp custody?

Your question does not indicate whether the mother has been properly served or what type of court date is coming up. If the mother has been...

My daughters father moved across country to avoid conflict with social services regarding her well being do I have to let her go

More information would be helpful, but unless there is an existing custody order that permits him visitation with your daughter, no, you do not...

As the custodial parent, is it my responsibility to give the ncp, copies of all records, specifically school records?

Unless the existing custody agreement or order requires it specifically, you do not have a legal responsibility to give the other parent copies of...

Could I lose my half of ownership of our house if my husband claims that I committed adultery when we proceed with a divorc

Your question raises several legal issues. The first is whether your husband can prove you committed adultery. To do so, he would have to prove...

Do I need to hire a lawyer in Virginia now that I live in Virginia to modify my Kansas child support?

Modification of child support is governed by the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act. Since both you and your ex have left Kansas, Kansas has...

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Can the father (non custodial parent) of my daughter come back and fight for custodial custody if he moved out of state?

If either parents wants to modify the existing custody order, he will have to show that there has been a material change in circumstances and that...

Would the father of my son have to show up to court if I file for full custody if i'm the only one on his birth certificate?

The court will likely appoint a guardian ad litem to represent the father if he is incarcerated during custody proceedings.

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What can I do to improve my chance of getting full custody of two daughters?

The Court will look at the factors enumerated in Virginia Code Section 20-124.3 to make a determination as to custody. In addition to supporting...

Do grandparents have rights in northern Virginia?

You could file a petition for visitation, but as a third-party (a non-parent), you will face a higher burden than the best interests standard that...

Can I get my visitation even if I decided not to use it in the beginning?

It sounds as if the original visitation order is still in place. If so, then you still have the right to visit the child. It is in your best...