Who has jurisdiction over my child?

Hello You most likely will need legal representation in both Virginia and Ohio. Typically the state where the child was born (if a child is less...

Hello, if you Wife lives outside of the U.S.; and if you are separated for a period of more than one year from your wife, you can obtain a divorce...

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Can I drive under parents custody?

Hello, there is missing information necessary to accurately answer your question. Do you already have a driver's license? You mention that your...

How to terminate father's rights if I am not US citizen and he is?

Hello, I have over 27 years experience in Arlington Virginia family law situations like your own and over 17 years where I practiced exclusively...

Is this a breach and what can I do? Do I need a lawyer again?

Absolutely rehire your attorney or find a new one.

How do I file a show cause on a closed divorce on my own?? And how do you file a petition to reinstate your case??

In most jurisdictions, you only have to pay a fee to the clerk of the court to reopen the case. You should call the court clerk where your case is...

How do I protect myself if I am not able to make visits due to money and other obligations?

It is a difficult situation to be in. One possibility would be to make a motion to modify the support levels due to the cost of transportation...

I hired an atty, I asked for the bal. of my retainer, she requested that I sign a "Order to Withdraw"...is this required by law!

Since it appears you terminated the services of your attorney when you requested the balance of your funds be returned to you, then you have two...

I owe on child support, . My kids mother will not allow me to see my kids, can I file for joint custody?

Nonpayment of child support is not a legitimate reason to deny visitation. You should consult with a family law attorney in your area to determine...

Penalty if a motion for discovery is denied.

There is no automatic penalty for denying a motion for discovery, in fact the Rules of the Supreme Court of Virginia 4:8 and 4:9 specifically...