An adult can be adopted in Virginia. Basically, the step-parent files a petition to adopt the adult step-child. The step-child consents. As an...

Virginia 6 months residency requirement for registering a Domestic Foreign Spousal Support Order.

Virginia can enforce the WV order. Only WV can modify the spousal support order. "B. A court of the Commonwealth may not modify a spousal...

Virginia 6 months residency requirement/transfer of Domestic Foreign Order Spousal Support

Virginia can enforce the Florida order. Only Florida can modify the spousal support order. "B. A court of the Commonwealth may not modify a...

Should I have a second set of eyes review my pre-nup?

Like many things in life . . . it depends. If your prenup is a basic "each spouse keeps his or her premarital property and all marital stuff is...

If I have two homes, in two separate counties in Virginia, can I choose the county for my divorce or separation ?

The issue you are raising here is one of venue, or location. You can file in any county or city you want. However, the responding party can...

Registering an out of state custody order if less than 6 months in new state

There are two jurisdictional considerations. One is jurisdiction to enforce an order. The other is jurisdiction to modify an order. Your initial...

Depending on the length of a marriage, can a spouse ask for support?

Spousal support is based upon the recipient's need and the payor's ability to pay. In determining spousal support, the court uses the factors...

Can I get an emergency hearing to evict someone who is violent and emotionally/verbally abusive to me, my 10 yr old and our dog?

If there is a history of physical abuse and/or threat of future abuse, consider a protective order to remove him from your residence. A...

Can I file for divorce in VA when my wife lives in IL?

If Va. has been your residence and domicile for the last six months, then you can file for divorce. See the statute linked below. What you can...

How do I ask the judge for a psych evaluation of my daughters mother if I'm representing myself? Court is tomorrow morning.

"D. In any case in which custody or visitation of minor children is at issue, whether in a circuit or district court, the court may order an...