How can I avoid garnishment or court?

You should consult with a bankruptcy attorney about your options and the best course of action.

Fiances and married couples in Virginia can enter into enforceable contracts concerning the consequences of marriage. These agreements are...

Can I be compelled to go to court in Virginia for a show cause-regarding alimony in divorce decree-I live in Florida

I agree with my esteemed colleague Mr. Miller and would also add that a failure to appear on a show cause summons when the court has personal...

If I work an unconventional job that works 5 days 50 hrs a week or less what is my child support obligation. Is it based off 40?

Child support calculations in Virginia are based on gross monthly income. The presumptively correct amount of support is calculated according to...

How does one properly deal with further proceedings with divorce and custody when the spouse is mentally ill?

The court should appoint a guardian ad litem in any legal proceeding when a responding party lacks legal capacity due to mental illness, age,...

I just got my discharge from chapter 7 and I filed pro se,

A debtor filing chapter 7 bankruptcy has at least 3 options with respect to a secured loan such as a car loan or a mortgage: surrender,...

I agree with my esteemed colleague Ms. Hovenden, file your answer with the clerk of court ASAP! The fact that this case was initiated by the...

In Virginia, a beneficiary may be entitled to written notice under Virginia Code Section 64.2-508 within 30 days of qualification or probate as...

Will my hearing be moved again?

A spouse is not required to settle all the consequences of marriage, even though there is a tremendous emphasis on settling divorce cases without a...

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy: Are my possessions used in the course of making an income exempt under a chapter 7 bankruptcy?

The Virginia poor debtor's exemptions, found in Virginia Code Section 34-26, provide minimal property protections for Virginia residents for some...