Can I switch from an uncontested to a contested divorce in Fairfax VA?

Generally speaking, "uncontested" divorces are done where both parties have entered into a written separation agreement. In those cases the courts...

How can I have my Court case for child support transferred from the state of VA to FL since my ex still resides in VA?

Unfortunately, jurisdiction over child support is vested in the parents and not the child. Under Virginia's Uniform Interstate Family Support Act...

What exactly does primary caregiver mean?

From the context of your question alone I would say that you or your parents would watch the children. Assuming that your agreement doesn't have...

Son is 18 but will not graduate on time.Will I have to continue child support until he passes the one class he failed?

In Virginia, child support can go beyond age 18 if a child is (i) a full-time high school student, (ii) not self-supporting, and (iii) living in...

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I am divorcing my husband, he will not sign the papers of separation let alone divorce, I want to buy a house, can I ?

If you and your spouse are separated, and you use separate funds to purchase a home, your spouse should not gain any interest in this new...

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Is it "standard" for a visitation agreement to make me responsible for a third party denigrating my ex in front of our children?

While a provision like this isn't "standard" in the sense that it is in every custody order/agreement, it is a common provision. The courts want...

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What are the conditions under which a child can chose the custodial parent?

Virginia does not have a presumption that minor children should go with either parent. In all custody cases, the courts consider all of the facts...

We have decided to separate prior to divorce and have signed and notarized a separation agreement. Does it need to be filed?

You should not need to file your separation agreement unless and until one of you decides to bring a divorce case to formalize and finalize your...

I am handling my own divorce (nothing disputed), have signed/notarized decree of divorce & notice of service. Ore Tenus hearing?

I agree with the prior response. You may be getting the "uncomfortable" feeling from the Clerk because the judge in that county may prefer to...

My son turns 18 in June but due to failing has one more year of HS. Can we kick him out of the house once he turns 18?

The age of majority in Virginia is 18, so legally yes you can kick him out of your house when he turns 18. While this answers your question from a...