Can a father sign his rights away to a child if he knows no information on the child and give mother sole custody ?

You can waive parental rights. You cannot waive your obligation of financial support.

Va. Code 20-107.3 covers equitable division of marital property. In short, separate property is anything owned prior to the date of marriage,...

How can i get arrears removed?

If the court has ruled on the arrearage and the time appeal expired, you may be stuck. If the ruling is pending, or you can appeal, you could...

Does involuntary pay cut reduces child support?

As my colleague stated, the support order remains in effect and the courts are closed. I would add that you should file a petition to modify as...

If your local court has a law library, ask if they have a copy of "Adoption Procedures and Forms: A Guide for Virginia Lawyers" published by...

After paternity is established, does the father have to make the move to file for custody or should I as the mother?

Either parent can file petitions to determine custody and visitation. You may want to file a petition for child support. A petition for custody...

Will a judge appointment a GAL on an appeal to circuit court if there was none in the original case?

As my colleague said, the GAL is supposed to represent the interests of the child(ren) when the parties cannot/do not. The complicating factor...

Husband signed the separation agreement but now refuses to sign the final divorce degree

Put a motion on the court docket for entry of a final order of divorce. Serve your husband notice. Got to court. When the judge calls the case,...

My ex doesn’t follow the PSA

You can either file a rule to show cause or a motion to compel his compliance with the agreement/order.

I hate to give answers that say consult an attorney, but in this case, you need to consult an attorney. Va. Code 20-107.3 controls the division...