Can I sign over my rights to my kid?

No, not in this case. Parental rights are terminated only in cases of abuse/neglect cases that are referred to Child Protective Services, and or...

When marriage needs consent from both, can divorce be granted with just one?

In Virginia, it's possible to get a divorce without the other spouse's consent, but there's no "clean" way. The most obvious example is if the...

My son is a witness to his mother being physically abused by her live-in boyfriend

If you feel that there is ongoing abuse, you can call Child Protective Services to investigate. You may also file a petition to change custody...

I have sole custody of my son. His father is in and out of his life. What is the best course of action for me to take?

Once you get married, you and your soon-to-be husband can petition for a stepparent adoption for your son. His father can consent to the adoption...

Will a modification be allowed under these circumstances?

It's really hard to say how a judge will rule based on a short paragraph. A child support order can be changed based on a "material change in...

Do I need to file an eviction to keep my son's wife from returning?

Eviction orders are for formal landlord-tenant relationships, but because of your arrangements you may have an "implied tenancy" here. It may be...

If we never went in front of a judge for custody but I signed papers . Will the courts revisit this if I petition?

Since you did not have a judge sign off on an order, there is no legally enforceable agreement for child custody and support *UNLESS* you signed a...

How do I legally return children back to their mother after removal by CPS, so DSS is still involved in the future care of them?

One way is for the children's mother to file a custody petition accompanied by a consent agreement signed by you and their mother giving her...

Can paternity be questioned for a 3 year old child when one has been assuming the child is his?

Yes, a mother in a custody dispute may petition the court if paternity is in question. You need to consult a local attorney or get instructions...

You can if a judge finds that granting you custody is in your child's best interests. Your disability may only be taken as part of the big...