A separation agreement acts as any other contract and becomes effective when both parties (here the two separating spouses) have signed the...

My attorney didn't negotiate an end date for alimony. Can I petition the court for an end date?

You are likely not able to go back to court to try and get a guaranteed end date on your alimony/spousal support obligation right now. In many...

I married my husband July 27, 2012 and it isn't working out what is the best way for me to go about ending the marriage?

If you want to end the marriage I would advise you speak to an attorney to go over your rights, but generally speaking living separate and apart...

Does a biological father have rights if he has paternity testing done but is not on the birth certificate?

A biological father will have parental rights whether his name is on the birth certificate or not. The rights of each parent do not come from a...

Do you have to pay for a place for spouse to stay if they want out of marriage an they are working

In Virginia, the question of alimony/spousal support takes into account many facts and factors specific to the individuals involved. Generally...

Virginia has set forth child support guidelines in Section 20-108.2 of the Virginia Code. These guidelines provide the presumed correct amount of...

Is it wise to request for a guardian ad lithem in custody cases where the kids are only 3 and 5 years old?

A Guardian ad Litem (GAL) can be beneficial in many child custody and visitation cases. The GAL's role would be to act as the legal representative...

My husband asked me for a divorce. Married for 19 years. He is a retired Military member what Im entitled too?

Depending on when he retired and the overlap of his service with your marriage, you will be entitled to a portion of his military retired pay. You...

My ex-husband is not following his parenting plan. Who do I need to contact about this being enforced?

In this situation, "enforcement" will likely be ineffective. The non-custodial parent is not required to exercise his or her visitation rights, so...

My husband left me in 1997. I haven,p't heard from him and I do not know how to get in contact with him. How do I get a divor

Cost will vary depending on the attorney you retain to assist you. As for getting the divorce when you have not had any contact with your husband...