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How can I change a child support order from another state?

Custody jurisdiction follows the child. Support jurisdiction depends upon who the petitioning party is. A state has continuing, exclusive...

How old does a child have to be to pick and choose which parent she would like to stay with?

Va. Code § 20-124.3. Best interests of the child; visitation. "8. The reasonable preference of the child, if the court deems the child to be of...

Do I have to pay more child support if I find a higher paying job or will it stay the same ?

You pay the ordered amount of child support until a new order says otherwise. A new job/income by itself does not change support. However, a new...

Relocation after divorce

To update the court files in the event Child Support Enforcement becomes involved and has to locate you.

How can a contested divorce case filed in Williamsburg, VA be transferred to fairfax court?

Va. Code § 8.01-261. Category A or preferred venue. "In the actions listed in this section, the forums enumerated shall be deemed preferred places...

Can I relocate with my child?

With the other parent's cooperation, you can relocate just about anywhere you want. If you want to relocate the child over the other parent's...

If I havent seen my son in 3 years but pay child support every month, can I terminate my rights as his father?

Custodial time and support obligations are two entirely separate things. One can exercise parenting time even though child support is late/unpaid....

How can I get my husband legally (now separated) to pay his portion of mortgage? Prior to him leaving, we split the mortgage?

Va. Code § 20-103. Court may make orders pending suit for divorce, custody or visitation, etc. "A. In suits for divorce, annulment and separate...

Does my ex have to know where I am while paying child support?

Va. Code § 20-60.3. Contents of support orders. All orders directing the payment of spousal support where there are minor children whom the...