Modification of custody/visitaion order.

In order to modify a custody and visitation order, you will need to show that there has been a material change in circumstances and that the change...

Yes, you have an automatic right to appeal to the Circuit Court. You will have to note your appeal within 10 days of the order in J&DR court....

To calculate child support, how does VA define what constitutes "quality care" in childcare, and determine appropriate costs?

If your job requires you to work non-standard hours and you need childcare beyond what is provided by traditional before and after school care, the...

Question about divorce papers

Obtaining a divorce in Virginia does not require both parties to "sign papers." If the spouse refuses to cooperate, a party may file for divorce...

Your husband could obtain a divorce based on grounds of desertion. This may affect property distribution or spousal support. Additionally, if you...

My soon to be ex-husband conveyed his interest in our primary residence to me in our settlement agreement. I know I can't get h

You need to have him execute a lien transferring his interesting in the marital residence to you and have it recorded in land records as soon as...

Do I agree to a visation from my child's mother a week before she is taking me to court

It is in your interest to allow the mother to have contact with the child. Since she has a pattern of requesting visitation and then not showing...

Can I use ANY of my evidence in court?

It will be up to the trial judge to determine what evidence he or she will admit in the custody case. You mentioned that the document you signed...

Husband moved out. left me and children.i am a stay at home mom. threatening to have utilities shut off at the end of the month.

If you cannot afford to hire an attorney, you may want to file petitions for child custody, child support and spousal support in your local...

Appeals in Custody & Visitation -- Good Idea or Risky Proposition?

Once a final order has been entered by the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court, you have 10 days to note your appeal to the Circuit Court. At...