Do I attend a mediation hearing for a lawsuit I won several years ago to discuss settlement or do I have a lawyer attend?

You have an attorney already in this matter and he will best advise you. Mediations are intended for the parties to mediate a negotiated agreement...

Does the state of Virginia recognize promissory estoppel as a substitute for consideration

Your question does not make sense. Promissory estoppel is a doctrine whereby someone relies on the promise of another to their own detriment....

I am planning on retiring and moving to a different state. I have a condo which is $100,000 underwater. Should I walk away?

You should speak with an attorney in person to give them all of the relevant facts. In VA, you may be held liable for any shortfall. You may want...

Does a Pardon clear your record

If you are talking about a governor's pardon, then the answer is "sometimes." I'm adding a link here which you can review for your specific...

Custody battle in court between a mother and the aunt who is raising her child.

No one here can really give odds on how effective a suit can be. Does she stand a chance? Based upon the facts given, absolutely. If the father...

Guidelines for Child visitation with Ex-wfie?

Did it go over July 4 holiday? If it did, perhaps you can reinforce that she shouldn't be doing that by specifying that you will have your son for...

We live in VA, we served our tenant a pay or quit, they aband the property do we still need to go to court to get an eviction?

You do not need to proceed with the eviction. You should send them a certified letter to tell them that you consider the remaining property...

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Can I suggest rehab to court for estranged husbands 1st DUI in Va.?

If he is found guilty of the DUI, then VASAP will be ordered. That is the basic program required by the state for such cases. Depending upon what...

My daughters father is trying to take me to court for full custody what should i do

You will need to defend against his court action. Your best option is to hire an attorney. The father will have to show that a change is in...

I need to know whether or not I'm legally entitled to half of the tax refund we've just received.

There is no legal presumption that you are entitled to half. However, you have a marital interest in the property. Commonly, that is referred to...